I have had a bruise on my leg for over 9 months. it still hurts to touch and it's on my shin.

Bone bruise: You may have a bone bruise, but after 9 months have a podiatrist or your doctor evaluate it

Bone bruise?: Bruises that occur directly on bone can hurt much longer than bruises to skin & muscle. The covering on the bone (periostium) is very unforgiving once it's become swollen. That said, 9 months is still a long time to have pain, even on a bone. Try an ice pack on the bruised area for 20 minutes every evening before bed and a medication like Ibuprofen regularly. If still hurts in a month, see MD.