Milford News | 1930-08-14 | Page 3 | Black and Blue Spots

Black and Blue Spots Those black and blue spots we sometimes lind on various parts of the body are bruises. They are the most common of all injuries. Sometimes we find them and wonder how we got them. Bruises result when we receive re-ceive a fall or are struck by a blunt instrument that doesn't break the skin. If the injury is slight no treatment is necessary, but cold compresses will help. In severe bruises apply the cold compresses, elevate the Injured part to diminish tlie pain, then apply witch-hazel witch-hazel or some other soothing lotion. Be sure it is only a bruise and that no bones are broken. Exchange.