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When should I see a physiotherapist if my ankles are swelling and bruised?
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I wasn't wearing shin guards when I was playing soccer yesterday and one of my mates kicked me in the left ankle by mistake. It is becoming quite sore and swollen. Should I see a professional? -
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Ann Wu
Physiotherapist
Ann is a sports physiotherapist specialising in all sporting injuries from foot injuries through to knee pain and sports related back and neck pain.Ann has … View Profile
Yes, swelling and pain is your body's natural reaction to injury or some sort of damage. It is wise to seek some professional help to get a diagnosis of the injury and to assertain the severity of the injury. You should see someone as soon as possible - and in the meantime - keep icing your injury every 2-3 hours for 20 minutes.
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Jonathan Harris
Physiotherapist
Jonathan Harris is a Titled Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist having achieved Master Degrees in both fields. As well as his undergraduate Physiotherapy degree he also … View Profile
The answer is definately see a health professional. There are a few nasty conditions (apart from just bruising) that can occur as a result of this type of injury. You should see your local physio or GP ASAP to make sure it is just bruising and there is no compromise of blood flow into and out of the foot. Good luck, jono
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Ashlee Nash
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I completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Newcastle in 2009. I have worked for Mitchell Physiotherapy since this time with an emphasis … View Profile
Yes, I would definitely see a professional. The sooner you see someone the better. It is important for us to assess what has happened and therefore get the appropriate treatment started.
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