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Leg Injury. Bruising, Pain, Limping, Swelling. Is It Going To Be Okay?
Hi I was playing soccer 8 hours ago and I got kicked at the back of my leg a little bit above my ankle. It really hurt for 5-10 minutes straight. Its now bruised and hurt especially when i try putting pressure on it. I can not walk without limping. There isnt much swelling. Should I go get it checked up or is it going to be ok?
Mon, 22 Apr 2013
Hi and welcome to HCM.
It seems like typical ankle distorsion, and I dount there is some fracture. YOu shoul rest, keep this leg elevated, place some cold compresses and avoid long standing and walking. If you want to be sure u can do xray,but i dont think this is neccessary. If pain persist or you feel tingling or inability to move then you should visit doctor.WIsh you good health.
It seems like typical ankle distorsion, and I dount there is some fracture. YOu shoul rest, keep this leg elevated, place some cold compresses and avoid long standing and walking. If you want to be sure u can do xray,but i dont think this is neccessary. If pain persist or you feel tingling or inability to move then you should visit doctor.WIsh you good health.
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