Elevate your hand above heart level for 5 to 10 minutes
Apply ice to the finger for 10 to 15 minutes
Apply soap, lotion, oil, or petroleum jelly around the ring and finger
Gently twist the ring while pulling it off
Compress the finger with a cold, wet cloth for a few minutes, then try again
Use dental floss or thin string to wrap the finger and help slide the ring off
Stop if the finger becomes more painful, numb, blue, or cold
Seek urgent medical help if the ring will not come off quickly or swelling is severe