What is the remedy for the swelling and pain in the shin area?
Patient: I was hit in the shin with a softball and it swelled right away but I continued to play. The swelling hasn t gotten much better and now extends to my ankle. I have pain tolerance so not sure what to think might be causing it. I have been hit in the same spot several times before but never had the swelling go to my ankle. My insurance premiums are very high so prefer not to go to the er if I don t have too. Can you help me? Doctor: Hi,I have studied your caseThere can be bony contusion.As x ray may be essential to rule out fracture.I can not compare swelling, but if swelling is there, you need to take rest and use splint or compressive crepe bandage to reduce swelling.Watch for increase in redness, infection.Take precaution to avoid infection around hematoma.Do not use hot fomentation or massage.If required you may need to do blood investigation for prognosis and recovery.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care