I bumped my shin today (trying to be funny) and it hurt and I immediately hit a good sized bump that hurt. I put ice on it for a good 45 min and took 4 Advil and the swelling went down by tonight it has come back up some and is throbbing. Any advice?Thank you.
Hi there, thanks for your question at Chat Doctor A bump or bruise on the shin would usually take around a week or two days to resolve. Rest, Ice and bandage application over first 2 to 3 days accelerate this process of healing and reduce the amount of pain and swelling. I suggest you to continue the same. I would suggest you tense your physician if you have pain on standing or walking, the swelling doesn't subside by a week, or you are on blood thinners. Otherwise, you will be better in a weeks time. Hope this helps. All the best. Regards.  Chat Doctor.