Local swelling after a fall is due to soft tissue contusions, bleeding and exudation caused by the fall. After the appearance of local swelling, cold compresses, or ice packs, can be applied for about 30 minutes during the acute period, usually twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening, and hot compresses are to be applied after 24 or 48 hours, also twice a day for 30 minutes each time. The purpose of cold compresses is to prevent further exudation and bleeding, while the purpose of hot compresses is to cause the exudation and bleeding to be absorbed as soon as possible. In the early stage, local bruising may occur, which will slowly turn yellowish afterwards, a sign of slow absorption of exudation and hematoma. In the acute stage, you can use symptomatic medications to reduce swelling and pain, such as Yunnan Baiyao spray.