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Does Navicular Bone Injury Lead To Swollen Feet?

I chipped the navicular bone in my foot 2 weeks ago this thursday. when I went to Dr. they said no need to cast should heal within 2wks. I have had a boot on an can ONLY walk with the boot. but my foot is still very swollen and painful..is this normal?
Thu, 27 Dec 2018
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Hi,

It could be a contusion. Consult an orthopaedician and plan for an MRI scan. As of now you can apply ice packs for faster recovery.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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Does Navicular Bone Injury Lead To Swollen Feet?

Hi, It could be a contusion. Consult an orthopaedician and plan for an MRI scan. As of now you can apply ice packs for faster recovery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician