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foot swelling with some discomfort

I had a hairline fracture above second toe (metatarsal).  It has healed.  Now I have moderate swelling around ankle and on top.  It recedes overnight.  I have an air walker/boot and bandage/wrap during the day.  Xrays negative by podiatrist.  Perhaps it's early but what is the problem?
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1248623 tn?1406808415
The problem is restricted circulation, reduced motion, inflammation, and probable need for care of the soft tissue that were injured from whatever caused the fracture.
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