If you suspect you have a bone bruise, you should see your doctor immediately: left untreated, severe bone bruises can affect your blood flow. In some cases, that loss of blood flow can allow portions of your bone to die, making any damage incurred permanent and irreversible.
It’s also wise to see your podiatrist since he or she will perform an X-ray to confirm whether the bone is simply bruised, or if a fracture has occurred. It’s important to note that, with a blunt injury, you may have bruised some bones and fractured others, so X-rays are a good way to determine the full extent of your injury.
If nothing shows up on your X-Ray, your podiatrist may order an MRI to confirm a diagnosis of a bone bruise (this type of injury will not show up on an X-Ray scan.)
If your foot bone is bruised, and not broken, you will likely be given a RIE treatment plan: rest, ice and elevation. For bone bruises of the leg or foot, elevating the injury for 20 minutes, several times a day, will help your recovery.
If the bruise has occurred around a joint, like that at your toe, you may need to immobilize the injury to ensure the joint heals properly. You will also likely be advised to refrain from strenuous physical activity while you heal.
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