Question 1

what can i do if i've had a fractured bone in my leg and i am having severe swelling and bruising in my ankle?

Accepted Answer

See a specialist: I am not sure from your description if these two issues are occurring at same time.  I would highly recommend you see your primary care doctor, a podiatrist or orthopedist for thorough evaluation.

Question 2

it's been a yr since i broke my ankle (no bone fracture, only torn ligaments) i had a cast on & all that. it's stilla bit swollen & tight. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Not uncommon: Severe injuries to the soft tissues (ligaments, tendons, joint capsule, etc.) about the ankle  can be a long- term problem for some. See a specialist who may recommend physical therapy, ankle bracing and/or surgery if necessary.  They may need to order an MRI to assess for specific pathology.

Question 3

how do i heal pain in my ankle after running for my half marathon this weekend? there is no real swelling or bone fracture.

Accepted Answer

Rest, ice and:: Start with resting and icing it to cool things down, an acewrap to support it would be helpful. Gentle exercises would be helpful, within limits of discomfort initially, and gradually increase them as pain reduces.
Nsaids like Ibuprofen type medication would help. I am sure you'll be painfree in about 5-10 days time. If not see your doctor.

Question 4

i sprained my ankle a month ago but the medial malleolus still hurts. is this symptom of bone fracture?
went for bone xray but  there was no fracture

Accepted Answer

Possible: But with no X-RAY changes unlikely.Delayed changes can occur but seems unlikely also.

Question 5

can i still work out while wearing a walking boot? #nqlu i have a fractured bone in my foot due to an ankle sprain and must wear a walking boot for 6 weeks for the bone to heal. what type of exercises can i still engage in?

Accepted Answer

You : You can engage in any upper body activity you like, and can also swim.  I would not engage in any activity that involves you standing or putting any pressure on your foot / ankle or leg.  That would include cycling.

Question 6

is it possible that a really severe ankle sprain or slight bone fracture cause bone displacement in the ankle joint. and thus limit mobility?

Accepted Answer

Mobility: As dr beresh said - yes .  And you should see your podiatrist for help.

Question 7

is it safe to sex or masturbate a few weeks after a bone fracture and dislocated elbow?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: Masturbation can be done in may ways.  If you are referring to using the affected extremity, then one would need more information.  If you are out of a cast or splint and have no pins or hardware of concern and motion in the elbow is not restricted, then gentle use of the elbow in the hand to penis masturbation technique wold probable by okay.  If in doubt, as your orthopedist or change techniques.

Question 8

how can you tell if you have an ankle sprain or a broken bone?

Accepted Answer

X-ray: An x-ray is really needed to rule out a fracture

Question 9

i twisted my ankle an i went to the emergency no broken bone month after still hurt what can do. ?

Accepted Answer

Not unusual: Severe ankle sprain can take months to heal, and sometimes longer.  As long as there is no fracture, healing will come through rest, wearing an ankle brace (like an aircast), elevation, and possibly physical therapy.  See your doctor for the best treatments.

Question 10

can sex and masturbation affect bone fracture healing? thanks?

Accepted Answer

:  no, neither activity can affect bone healing .  Bone healing is dependent upon a steel last activity creating more bone cells neither activity masturbation or sex in general interferes with hormones and therefore would be more responsible forThe drugs that was stimulate bone to create or osteoclast.

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Is it safe to sex or masturbate a few weeks after a bone fracture leg anckle

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What can i do if i've had a fractured bone in my leg and i am having severe swelling and bruising in my ankle?

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It's been a yr since i broke my ankle (no bone fracture, only torn ligaments) i had a cast on & all that. it's stilla bit swollen & tight. what to do?

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How do i heal pain in my ankle after running for my half marathon this weekend? there is no real swelling or bone fracture.

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I sprained my ankle a month ago but the medial malleolus still hurts. is this symptom of bone fracture? went for bone xray but there was no fracture

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Can i still work out while wearing a walking boot? #nqlu i have a fractured bone in my foot due to an ankle sprain and must wear a walking boot for 6 weeks for the bone to heal. what type of exercises can i still engage in?

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Is it possible that a really severe ankle sprain or slight bone fracture cause bone displacement in the ankle joint. and thus limit mobility?

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Is it safe to sex or masturbate a few weeks after a bone fracture and dislocated elbow?

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How can you tell if you have an ankle sprain or a broken bone?

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I twisted my ankle an i went to the emergency no broken bone month after still hurt what can do. ?

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Can sex and masturbation affect bone fracture healing? thanks?

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