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Is X-ray Advisable For Persistent Pain On Top Of Foot?

I dropped a heavey shelf on top of my foot a week ago , bruising has gone done and the swelling as too but it s still very painful to touch and I am unable to wear socks and and shoe that applys weight to the top of the foot ie trainers Should I go to a&he and get an X-Ray ?
Tue, 24 Nov 2015
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Hi.

It does sound like there is some skeletql damage and so yes an xray would be mandatory. Please meet an orthopedic doctor for further management.

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Is X-ray Advisable For Persistent Pain On Top Of Foot?

Hi. It does sound like there is some skeletql damage and so yes an xray would be mandatory. Please meet an orthopedic doctor for further management. Best wishes.