Deep bone bruise in my foot
Today the podiatrist said I have a deep bone bruise in my left foot. No fractures. That's a relief. But it still hurts.
"Bone bruises can take two months to heal," he said. "Because you are so active, it's hard for you not to exercise. I wish I was that way. Don't don't do anything that hurts your foot."
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.Take a bit of a break to let your bone heal. Alternating ice and warmth can bring good blood circulation to the injured bone.
I had PTTD (Posterior Tibial tendon dysfunction) in my foot from running with flat feet and bad orthotics. I tried every kind of foot brace to avoid surgery and nothing helped. When I reached the point that I couldn't walk, I had the surgery (tendon repair+heel realignment). I probably lost 2 or more years of running and other activities before the surgery and a year after the surgery. Wish I had it fixed sooner. I am back running but a lot slower. So take care now so you're active for the long haul. Good luck.
ADKSparky
Level 8
Sep 10, 2018
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Maybe we should start a disabled members group!
JackPedigo
Level 9
Aug 17, 2018
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It seems the standard question is: "what does the other guy look like?" My answer is, she looks a lot better than me. So what will you do now that you can't hike?
With extremely unhealthy/hazardous wildfire smoke, for the last two weeks I have been using the air conditioned gym.
For aerobic exercise, I use the rowing machine like a demon. The rowing machine is non-weight bearing. Recently added the stair machine. Then I lift weights for an hour, followed by stretching.
I have been working out every other day, ensuring that I am constantly sore. Good strategy, eh?
@LiterateHiker Unfortunately, my choices are limited. We are about to open the new and expanded gym on Monday but I can't be there. It is not hot so I can walk. No biking nor kayaking for the rest of the season. Nothing that involves hands and weights for at least 6 weeks!
Did the Doctor recommend a "Boot" to keep your foot immobile?
Mike1947
Level 7
Aug 17, 2018
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@Mile1947
Yes, I had to buy a surgical boot. Only wore it one day. With narrow feet, it was too wide and bulky. Didn't fit.
"I kept tripping in it," I told the nurse. "Didn't want to trip and fall."
@LiterateHiker Double thick socks,and push the calcium(milk,cheeses and yogurts).
Sorry to hear about his. So you couldn't hike anyway. Things I would take are Gotu kola to promote healing and repair, boswellia and horsechesnut for anti inflammatory help. I use them all. I use Standard Process and the associated Mediherb products. Free alternative doc advice. See. I got your back. Would also take Standard Process Ostrophin PMG for bone support.
Healthydoc70
Level 7
Aug 16, 2018
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Did you overdo it? You gotta let it heal.
Mikeb56
Level 7
Aug 16, 2018
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After book club at the library, members scramble to take down and stack heavy tables and metal chairs.
On July 18, I was trying to stack metal chairs with one hand. In my right hand was my purse, the new book and a gift. We had a birthday gift exchange that day.
Should have used both hands. One of the heavy chairs slid sideways off the stack, hitting the top of my left foot.
"OW!" I cried, sitting down abruptly, cradling my foot. My foot began swelling immediately. I have a severe contusion, the podiatrist said two days later. No fractures.
@LiterateHiker aw man I know that hurt. Injured my planter on the court one day. So what did stupid me do? Finished out the game. When I took off my shoe it blew up and yes it made me cry. Not ashamed to say that. It took three months to heal. Oh yeah it did hurt. Heal up and head out. ?
If your not opposed to using homeopathics you might want to consider trying Arnica Montana. The brand I am familiar with (its pretty much all the same though) is Boirons Arnicare (found in most health food stores and online). It has anti inflammatory properties, reduces bruising and also repairs bone injuries. I have used it and have positive feed back from my customers who use it.
patchoullijulie
Level 8
Aug 16, 2018
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@patchoulijulie
Good idea. I just got Arnica homeopathic gel, and spread some on the top of my foot. Thanks for the reminder.
@LiterateHiker Your welcome. Glad it helped. 
Two months to heal a bruised BONE?? You best take it easy with me when we meet lol
Find a new stick chick
CourreurDeBois
Level 7
Aug 16, 2018
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I've been dealing with the same thing all summer. Sometimes I'll get up and be unable to put any weight on the left foot at all. Feels broken, but is not. Other times I can walk 5 miles and not even notice it. I need to be wearing shoes all the time, but who does that? Therefore, when I am not hiking or walking, I'm often barefoot or in sandals. The only thing you can do is try not to keep re-injuring it.
GuyKeith
Level 8
Aug 16, 2018
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You perfectly described how my left foot feels. Sometimes it feel broken. Aching and throbbing.
Sorry you are dealing with the same problem.
@LiterateHiker Next month my son is coming to visit me...and to hike. The last time he came, he brought his friend, Brandon, who is 28 years old and a CrossFit Trainer. Right. I tried to keep up last time, but it was tough. I have one month to get ready. Right now I am typing on Agnostic, drinking a beer, and eating a Pay Day candy bar. They want to do a 14'r, but I know my limitations. Time to get my mind right.
That's a drag. That'll put a crimp in your hiking, for sure. Sorry about that.
Condor5
Level 8
Aug 16, 2018
1
Thank you.
I feel your pain.. I hate to tell you to be patient.. 
Buddha
Level 8
Aug 16, 2018
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@Bhudda
Thank you for your kind words.
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