Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In The Shin

Posted on Sat, 11 Feb 2017

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Question : i woke with pain on outer shin, left leg about 4wks ago. it is better, intermitant but my left ankle measures 1/2 more than other and a few toes have been a bit numb for 3wks. blood clots run in family but it seems better with asprin, leg support . 65yr female

is warm soaking or cool compress better?

Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Deep vein thrombosis risk

Detailed Answer:
Hi there

Thanks for the query

You seem to be at risk for Deep vein thrombosis. Also you seem to have swelling of the affected ankle making its girth thicker.

I would advise you to keep the limb elevated, avoid massage, wear a compression stocking, drink enough water to keep hydrated, consult your Doctor to get a 2D Doppler of the leg veins done to rule out Deep vein thrombosis.

I hope I have answered your query.

I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Regards,

Dr. Aashish Raghu

Brief Answer:
Do what works best

Detailed Answer:
Cold soaks are useful for inflammation site to injury or infection.

Chronic pains respond better to warm soaks.

Do apply the temperature that gives you the best relief.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana