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Leg sweeling
I fell down from bike on a wet road. Got injuries on toes and on knee and elbow as well. Was applying povidonr I2 ointment. Its drying but after 5 days on I could see swelling in my leg below knee especially above ankle and paining. Please advice me.
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X-ray must.
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Chiropractic adjustment will help.
Avoid sitting Cross legged.
Ankle Stretching.
Ankle Strengthening Exercises.
Avoid Squatting.
Hot Pack.
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Icing min 3 times in a day and elevation of your leg required..
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Do icing
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for 5 mints
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5 times a day
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Dr. Lakshmi (PT)
Physiotherapist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Tie crip bandage and do move the area for 5 days swelling will come down
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