“I have accidentally put excess weight on my operated foot and it's now swollen. Please help.”
I had gone for a run and, on accident, have strained my operated foot. It now looks swollen, and I don't know what to do. Is there any remedy for this before I go to the doctor to get it checked?
8 Answers
RICE. Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevation. Elevate the foot above your heart in relation to gravity for 24 hrs.
Ice, elevation, compression
You should be seen and x-rayed to make sure everything is ok.
Resume non wt bearing. Elevation. Check with your Doc
I would recommend scheduling an appointment with the surgeon so he/she can check for postoperative complications.
Just routine rest, ice, compress, elevate!
Nabil A Ebraheim
Orthopedist
It would be best to see the physician that performed the surgery to receive the correct treatment for your foot.
I would recommend that you try voltaren 50 mg twice daily. Also put on a compressing bandage
