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If A Crack Is Visible On X-ray It Is Suggestive Of A Fracture?
Question: hi doctor.
My husband met with a small accident where in his back foot was run over by a vehicle. he took certain medication from a local doctor. though his pain has subsided, there is swelling whenever he does physical activity like walking, sitting, working out in gym.
we took out an xray today and that person mentioned dthta there is a crack
My husband met with a small accident where in his back foot was run over by a vehicle. he took certain medication from a local doctor. though his pain has subsided, there is swelling whenever he does physical activity like walking, sitting, working out in gym.
we took out an xray today and that person mentioned dthta there is a crack
Brief Answer:
Can be a fracture.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
If a crack is visible on X-ray it is suggestive of a fracture. This needs proper evaluation by an orthopedician to see if the fracture fragments are displaced or not. This will need proper immobilization in a cast or boot. Avoid any weight bearing on the foot till then and avoid all painful movements.
In case there is a visible swelling then a cold compress can help.
Hope this answer is helpful.
Any follow up queries are welcome.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal
Can be a fracture.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
If a crack is visible on X-ray it is suggestive of a fracture. This needs proper evaluation by an orthopedician to see if the fracture fragments are displaced or not. This will need proper immobilization in a cast or boot. Avoid any weight bearing on the foot till then and avoid all painful movements.
In case there is a visible swelling then a cold compress can help.
Hope this answer is helpful.
Any follow up queries are welcome.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal
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Dr. Prasad
thank you doctor.. can I get your email I'd I will send you the xray picture
Brief Answer:
You can attach reports on this page itself.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
You can upload the X-ray images and report in the box provided on the right hand side of this query page or you can mail it to customer care with heading ATTN: DR. XXXXXXX TAYAL.
X-ray will help in better evaluation.
Regards.
You can attach reports on this page itself.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
You can upload the X-ray images and report in the box provided on the right hand side of this query page or you can mail it to customer care with heading ATTN: DR. XXXXXXX TAYAL.
X-ray will help in better evaluation.
Regards.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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