Question 1

how does one treat a foot injury?

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Get diagnosed first: There are many different forms of foot injuries.  I recommend that someone with a foot injury should be seen by orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon for a definitive diagnosis so that appropriate treatment can be started.  One in your area can be found at www.Aofas.Org.

Question 2

how can you treat crushed foot injury?

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See a physician: If you crushed your foot you should see a podiatrist. Aside from broken bones of primary concern would be the formation of a compartment syndrome where the muscles swell in a confined facial compartment cutting off circulation to the foot and damaging nerves. This can be limb threatening.

Question 3

how can you tell if you have a foot injury?

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See below: If you have pain, swelling or deformity you probably have an injury.

Question 4

what to do for a possible soft tissue foot injury?

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RICE: R= rest
i= ice
c= compression ie ace wrap
e= elevation.

Question 5

how long does it take to recover from a foot injury?

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What type?: There are many types of injuries of the feet  ranging from minor to severe and treatment and recovery varies accordingly.

Question 6

how can i most effectively care for a minor foot injury?

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Depends: On the injury.

Question 7

what can be done for a possible soft tissue foot injury?

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Depends on injury: Rest and ice/elevation for simple injury without structural problem. Ligamen tor tendon injury or tear require immobilization and sometimes surgery.

Question 8

how to know what exercises can you do with a foot injury?

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Depends: It depends on the type of injury you have.  You need to ask what your limitations are from the foot specialist that has been treating your injury.  Your question is too broad to answer without more information.

Question 9

does rollerblading increase the risk of having a foot injury?

Accepted Answer

Nothing ventured: Nothing gained.  I suppose if you kept yourself indoors sitting on a well-padded couch for the rest of your life, the only injury you might get is carpal tunnel from fiddling with the tv remote all day.  Yes, a small risk of a foot injury exists if you roller-blade.  But what doesn't come with risks?  Go out and enjoy life's pleasures. Injuries are going to find you whether you enjoy life or not!

Question 10

are there any cardio excercises you can do with a foot injury?

Accepted Answer

Low impact: Depending on the injury, you should be able to do low impact exercise, such as a stationary bike.  Would clear any specific exercise with your doc.

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