A 36-year-old male asked:

I just recently had a pretty bad knee injury about a week ago with bruising from my hamstring to my feet i've already seen a primary and orthopedic surgeon i'm just curious if using a sauna would be a good idea to help healing or woul that exacerbate?

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Dr. Hiep Leanswered

Nephrology and Dialysis 44 years experience

I would advise against its use at this current time.

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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPManswered

Podiatry 44 years experience

If the swelling is under control using a moist sauna, steam bath, with massage can help heal the hematoma.

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