Wrist Sprain: How long does it take to fully heal?

I got a Grade 1 wrist sprain from a gym injury. Particularly when I was working on my biceps. It probably happened while I was lifting the bar. This is the first time this happened to me.

I've been using ice packs and a wrist splint to speed the recovery but approximately, how long does it take to recover from wrist sprain?

Should I take ibuprofen or something?

People vary, but you might be looking at 4-6 weeks, perhaps longer. You're doing the right thing, but yes ibuprofen will help with the inflammation and also keep the wrist elevated as much as possible, try to use a sling, that will keep the arm and thus the wrist, angled above the level of your heart, this will speed healing up.

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