What should I do if the back of my foot is swollen?

The back of the foot was stepped on and swollen can take general measures, medication and other ways to improve the symptoms of localized swelling. 1. General measures: If the patient’s instep is stepped on and localized swelling occurs, cold compresses should be applied within 72 hours to reduce the swelling, and the affected limbs can be elevated at the same time. After 72 hours, local hot compresses can be applied to promote blood circulation, which can also play a role in reducing swelling. Patients in the injury period, should maintain sufficient rest time, to avoid excessive strain on the injured area, so as not to aggravate the symptoms of the disease, is not conducive to the recovery of the condition. 2. Medication: If the patient has localized pain symptoms, you can take oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor, such as ibuprofen, aspirin, etc., which can improve the symptoms. When the patient appears to be stepped on the back of the foot is swollen, should go to the regular hospital. Need to actively cooperate with the doctor to take relevant treatment measures, so as not to delay the condition. At the same time, during the treatment, need to keep the local skin clean and clean.