A member asked:

I have a chip on my left top talus bone. i put in boot on on thursday. it seems to be causing more pain and swelling the before. dr. is out??? help

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Dr. Corinne Kauderer answered

Specializes in Wound care

Tight boot: Anytime you have a foot injury and use a boot, make sure the bindings are not too tight. The bindings can put excessive pressure on the fracture or injury. Remove the boot, elevate your foot and use ice. After ten minutes walk around in the boot with loosened straps. It may help.

Answered 6/1/2016

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