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Suggest Treatment For Swelling On Feet Due To An Injury

my child fell off of an exercise ball on her foot. The top of her foot was swollen and very sore. She had a xray and it was clear of broken bones. She is now experiencing tingling in her foot. She is not using crutches, just hobbling along. what should we do?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
Since the bony injuries have been ruled out, a soft tissue injury is likely. She need to avoid massaging the area and take a mild pain killer for relief. Avoid putting weight and rest well. Do a cold compress on the area of injury.
The pain and swelling might take over a week to subside. In case there is an acute pain and a sudden increase in swelling then consult your doctor for a direct examination to rule out any infection in the area.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling On Feet Due To An Injury

Hello, Thanks for your query. Since the bony injuries have been ruled out, a soft tissue injury is likely. She need to avoid massaging the area and take a mild pain killer for relief. Avoid putting weight and rest well. Do a cold compress on the area of injury. The pain and swelling might take over a week to subside. In case there is an acute pain and a sudden increase in swelling then consult your doctor for a direct examination to rule out any infection in the area. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care