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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Foot Due To An Injury

I injured my foor severely 4 weeks ago, Went to urgent care , thet xrayed . No fracture or break . swelling way down in foot, but my lower calf still remains swollen just above the ackle . when I apply pressure in spots with my finge or thumb , it remains indented for several mins
Mon, 30 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

The swelling is due to inflammation, fluid retention due to overweight or venous insufficiency due to sprain & injury. Compression with support stockings will be of help but do not wear tight ones as it will cut off circulation, take rest & keep your ankle & legs elevated on 1-2 pillows. Sometimes ice therapy also helps (put ice on swollen area for 10-12 min remove repeat after 4-5 hrs). Take anti-inflammatory medicine like Ibuprofen (Advil), Since there is no fracture it will get better. Have patience, take care.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,     
Dr. Nupur K.
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Foot Due To An Injury

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The swelling is due to inflammation, fluid retention due to overweight or venous insufficiency due to sprain & injury. Compression with support stockings will be of help but do not wear tight ones as it will cut off circulation, take rest & keep your ankle & legs elevated on 1-2 pillows. Sometimes ice therapy also helps (put ice on swollen area for 10-12 min remove repeat after 4-5 hrs). Take anti-inflammatory medicine like Ibuprofen (Advil), Since there is no fracture it will get better. Have patience, take care. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K.