Question 1

how long dos it take for a bruised toe to heal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The rate of healing my be prolonged depending on what caused the bruising.

Question 2

broken big toe in joint. got xray 12 weeks ago. still have deep bruising. no swelling. how much longer will it take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Fracture: By now the bruising should be gone.  See the treating physician because something isn't yet right

Question 3

how long does it take a bruised toe to heal?

Accepted Answer

Toe bruise: Sorry to hear.  Generally,  2 months of recovery for a bone bruise although some people may take longer or shorter.  Sometimes the swelling associated with this injury can take up to a year.  Hope that helps.

Question 4

i injured my big toe three months ago at the gym kicking a punching bag. the toe nail is still very bruised but it doens't hurt. how much longer heals?

Accepted Answer

6 months: Toenails take nearly 9 months to grow from back to front, so if the injury happened 3 months ago, you still have a half year until the bruise underneath completely resolves, assuming it started at the very back of the nail.

Question 5

had a heavy small wood table dropped on foot at work. still hurts, no bruise or swelling. what happened to it? how long will it take to heal.

Accepted Answer

Contusion/Fracture: This could be a simple contusion or possibly even a fracture.  It depends on how long ago this happened.  Contusion could take 2-8 weeks to fully resolve.  If pain lingers, then get an x-ray.

Question 6

i have a bone bruise on the base of my foot (1st metatarsal confirmed by bone scan) how long will it take to heal?

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Depending on several: Factors, it may take 2-6 weeks.

Question 7

severe ankle sprain 8 days ago. still can't walk, top of foot numb, bruising severe. how long should take to heal? can i damage further trying to walk

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Ankle sprain: Normal healing of a sprained ankle takes several weeks (on average).  If its a chronically sprained ankle with constant pain and instability, it will take longer than a "normal" sprain.  Yes, a sprain can get worse.  Usually 3-4 weeks of rest, icing, antiinflammatory meds (like advil (ibuprofen) or motrin), bracing or compressing wraps, with or without physical therapy should be normal. Hope that helps!

Question 8

what will heal a badly bruised toe?

Accepted Answer

See below: Try soaking in warm water with epsom salt, use a topical heating agent such as ben gay and keep pressure off the bruised toe.

Question 9

foot / big toe swollen, bruised and painful. what is the best way to heal this?

Accepted Answer

RICE: Rest, ice, compression and elevation. If injury occurred then get an x-ray to make sure there is no displace fracture and tape it to  2nd toe until you get it checked.

Question 10

hi the other day i twisted my knee getting up out of bed its not bruised or swollen but getting a numb feeling in my toes how long will it take toheal?

Accepted Answer

Wait for to six week: The perineal nerve runs along the outside of your knee and occasionally can be injuried with a twist. This can cause toe numbness. Another likely cause may be injury to a disc in your back. Are you having any back pain? In either instance wait about six weeks to see if the numbness stops. If it does not (or if it worsens) see a orthopedist or physiatrist for a formal evaluation.

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Broken big toe in joint. got xray 12 weeks ago. still have deep bruising. no swelling. how much longer will it take to heal?

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How long does it take a bruised toe to heal?

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I injured my big toe three months ago at the gym kicking a punching bag. the toe nail is still very bruised but it doens't hurt. how much longer heals?

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Had a heavy small wood table dropped on foot at work. still hurts, no bruise or swelling. what happened to it? how long will it take to heal.

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I have a bone bruise on the base of my foot (1st metatarsal confirmed by bone scan) how long will it take to heal?

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Severe ankle sprain 8 days ago. still can't walk, top of foot numb, bruising severe. how long should take to heal? can i damage further trying to walk

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What will heal a badly bruised toe?

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Foot / big toe swollen, bruised and painful. what is the best way to heal this?

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