Bruised Foot
A foot is bruised, like any other part of the body, as a result of direct trauma. A bruise (contusion) is made up of blood beneath the skin, resulting from broken blood vessels.
Signs & Symptoms
- Pain / tenderness.
- Walking may be uncomfortable depending on location and severity of bruising.
- A bruise usually develops with 48 hours of injury.
Treatment of a Bruised Foot
- A foot contusion should be treated like any other bruise: mostly left alone.
- If the bruise is quite bad, cold therapy may be useful as well as rest and elevation.
- In severe cases, crutches may be supplied and anti-pain medication prescribed.
