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1279690 tn?1271220926

chipped ankel bone

6 weeks ago a 800 lb. atv flipped over on me traping my foot under the tire and rim as it slid to a stop my inside ankel bone was shoved aprox. 2 inches up my leg. It hurts burning and shooting pain in lump and swelling when I stand any lenght of time . I've basically been in bed since it happened. My question is can the bone be left there and will the bone just die then be reabsorbed?  Or should I follow up with an Orthopedic? I can walk on it and move my toes,the range of motion isn't the same as left foot but not by much. Thank you,S
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Hello!

You should go for a scan to rule out any bony involvement.

Take rest and apply ice packs and do not exert yourself. Take some intermittent NSAIDs and if the pain is not relieved then go for a podiatrist and if not available to an orthopedician.

Take care!
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1027575 tn?1390960418
Hi Shelia, i've had many ankle problems and surgeries and i would strongly recommend a Podiatrists, they specialize in ankles and feet.  look for a doctor thats been working feet for a long time and has the expierence    good luck   Phill
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