Okay- so I was shaving my legs, and i had my foot on the top of the bath tub, sorta on the wall. And I basically just slipped and fell. So now it hurts to walk on it. But, its not my whole foot, its just the arch of the foot. So, what may I have done to it... and any tips on what to do without going to the doctors? I can walk on it, it just hurts. Pretty bad. But not THAT bad to where I need a whole cast you know? so yeah can someone just give me an answer on tips I should do? (not icing it, its not swollen at all)
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I know for sure not a break, but have major problems! What is wrong?
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Posted 2 years ago #
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Most likely you have a deep bruise and may have strained or even torn the plantar fascia a bit. But, you may have cracked a bone too. Can't diagnose over the internet. The best I can tell you is to RICE (rest, ice, compress, elevate) and see a doctor. Fascia strains and tears can get worse quickly if not treated properly. Ice helps with pain too, not just swelling. Keep an ice pack on for no more than 10 minutes at a time and keep a towel between your skin and the ice pack. An ace bandage will help support and cushion the area when you have to walk. And take whatever pain reliever your doctor tells you to.
Posted 2 years ago #
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