What to do to recover quickly from a broken foot

There is no quick recovery from a broken foot, and the exact time is related to factors such as the extent of the patient’s injury and his or her condition. Patients who break their feet may lead to soft tissue injuries, ligament tears, fractures and other symptoms, different symptoms recovery time is different. 1. Soft tissue injury: For patients with minor injuries after breaking their feet, which do not injure the bones, there may be swelling, pain and bruising of the skin. Cold compresses should be applied to the affected area within 72 hours of the injury. In addition, it is recommended to elevate the affected limb to help promote swelling. At the same time, patients can apply medications to invigorate blood circulation or relieve pain, such as Yunnan Baiyao aerosol or oral pain relievers such as diclofenac sodium. 2. Ligament tear: For patients with ligament tear in broken foot, usually use plaster or brace and other external fixation for fixation, the recovery time is about 1 and a half months. In severe cases, the ligaments may be completely torn, and then surgical treatment is required. 3. Fracture: For patients with fracture after breaking their feet, if the fracture is mild and there is no displacement of the bone, it can be fixed by external fixation such as plaster or brace, and the recovery time is about 6~8 weeks. If the fracture is more serious, patients should take timely surgical treatment to avoid delaying the condition. It is recommended that patients with broken feet go to the hospital in time for relevant examinations and follow-up treatment under the guidance of specialized doctors.