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A member asked:
If my brace on my leg is tight can it affect the circulation of my calf because its in pain and i don't have an blood clot?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Could be blood clot: If you leg has had an injury or surgery and there is pain an swelling , should get an ultasiound done to make sure it is not a blood clot as it could be life threatening.
Answered 12/8/2012
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Maybe yes, or no: Usually a tight brace won't cut off the circulation to your foot. To check it, have someone locate the pulse at your ankle. Then put the brace on tight and see if the pulse disappears. If it does, the brace is too tight and should be loosened. If thepulse is still good, it is not too tight.
Answered 12/12/2012
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