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What do i do to help heal my injury? i believe it's a pulled tendon in my foot that's between my big toe and my ankle. i can't move my big toe up without pain, its slightly bruised and hurts to move. i'm an athlete, want to make sure its not serious.

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Serious exam.: It is difficult to determine the extent of your injury without an examination. The injury to a tendon can cover a wide range of damage. It all starts with a hands on exam and could include imaging and even surgery.

Answered 1/2/2018

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A member asked:

What do i do to help heal my injury? i believe it's a pulled tendon in my foot that's between my big toe and my ankle. i can't move my big toe up without pain, its slightly bruised and hurts to move. i'm an athlete, want to make sure its not serious.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Keith answered

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