Big toe has a bruise

2017-05-09 03:20:19
I folded my big toe and index toe accidentally. Now they are a big puffy and not flexible. I have bruise looking on the joint of the big toe. I can't put pressure on it. I ice it. I need to use my feet for walking so I used my heel on my bad foot.
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U need to strap ur 1st and 2nd toe together Ice fomentation Keep leg elevated over pillow when ur resting
Next Steps
may need  x ray if pain doesnt reduce
Health Tips
strapping 1st and 2nd toe with dynaplast sticking

Answered2017-05-09 07:33:02

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Consult orthopaedics for investigation like x-ray
Next Steps
consult physiotherapist
Health Tips
rest, elevation.strap ur toe with adjacent toe to prevent any movement.

Answered2017-05-09 11:38:43

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