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What Causes Burning Sensation Behind Heel After A Trimalleolar Fracture?

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Posted on Wed, 4 Feb 2015
Question: I was diagnosed with a trimalleolar fracture and put in a cast to reduce the swelling until I am ready for surgery on Friday. I am experiencing a burning sensation at the back of my heel under my cast. Is this something I should be alarmed about?
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (19 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Get it checked by your doctor.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Burning sensation at the back of heel could be due to temporary compression of superficial nerve fibers by the cast or swelling itself. If the burning sensation persists, then cast should be opened and cotton padding should be done at the back of heel.

Hope this will helps you.

warm regards.

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What Causes Burning Sensation Behind Heel After A Trimalleolar Fracture?

Brief Answer: Get it checked by your doctor. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. Burning sensation at the back of heel could be due to temporary compression of superficial nerve fibers by the cast or swelling itself. If the burning sensation persists, then cast should be opened and cotton padding should be done at the back of heel. Hope this will helps you. warm regards.