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Suggest Treatment For Swelling On Back After Injury
Had an injury at work back in Aug 2014, await on a specialist in a week, injury involved three pallets that were stacked and a bin of watermelons on top of them and it was jacked up by a pallet jack, a co work accidently releases the lever and down comes the load on my left foot weighing 785 lbs, have pain on the top part of foot and its been swollen since last year around my ankles and the top part of my foot, dr at a patient first did an xray back then abd said he could see anything broken but it was swollen then and still is now, hard to walk after standing for 8 hours or more and patient first dr said he did see a heel spur also and the pain in heel along with top part of my foot did not occur until about a month or two after the accident
Wed, 31 May 2023
Hi,
It sounds like you may have sustained a significant injury to your foot and ankle, and it's concerning that the swelling has persisted for so long. You mentioned that you have an appointment with a specialist, which is a good step in getting a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. In the meantime, there are some things you can do to help alleviate the swelling and pain.
* Rest: Try to stay off your feet as much as possible, especially if your job requires prolonged standing or walking. Elevate your foot to reduce swelling whenever you can.
* Ice: Applying ice to the affected area can also help reduce swelling and alleviate pain. You can use a cold compress or wrap ice in a towel and apply it to the swollen area for 20-30 minutes at a time, several times a day.
* Pain relievers: Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help manage pain and reduce inflammation.
* Compression: You may also find relief from using compression stockings or bandages to help reduce swelling.
Once you see the specialist, they may recommend further imaging, such as an MRI, to get a clearer picture of the extent of the injury. Depending on their findings, they may recommend physical therapy, surgery, or other treatments to help you heal and manage your symptoms. It's important to follow their guidance and advice closely to ensure the best possible outcome.
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Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It sounds like you may have sustained a significant injury to your foot and ankle, and it's concerning that the swelling has persisted for so long. You mentioned that you have an appointment with a specialist, which is a good step in getting a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. In the meantime, there are some things you can do to help alleviate the swelling and pain.
* Rest: Try to stay off your feet as much as possible, especially if your job requires prolonged standing or walking. Elevate your foot to reduce swelling whenever you can.
* Ice: Applying ice to the affected area can also help reduce swelling and alleviate pain. You can use a cold compress or wrap ice in a towel and apply it to the swollen area for 20-30 minutes at a time, several times a day.
* Pain relievers: Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help manage pain and reduce inflammation.
* Compression: You may also find relief from using compression stockings or bandages to help reduce swelling.
Once you see the specialist, they may recommend further imaging, such as an MRI, to get a clearer picture of the extent of the injury. Depending on their findings, they may recommend physical therapy, surgery, or other treatments to help you heal and manage your symptoms. It's important to follow their guidance and advice closely to ensure the best possible outcome.
If you require a personalized response, kindly use the Ask A Doctor service and post a follow-up. Take care. Hope I have answered your question.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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