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Injury During Jiu Jitsu. No Bruise, Painful Tibia, Lump Reduced. Applied Ice. Additional Therapy?

Hi, I teach martial arts. Had a student fall on me (full force knee) with impact to the lower interior region of my tibia bone in a Jiu Jitsu exercise two days ago. Hurts and painful to touch 48 hours later, but no visible bruising. Had a lump on leg in first 24 hours but is greatly reduced now. No bruise yet. Still hurts. Have used ice therapy consistently. Concerned about possible stress/impact fracture but understand a mere x-ray probably won t show up. Thoughts for additional therapy or treatment? I have a major martial arts event I must prepare for in two weeks. Thanks in advance.
Thu, 16 Aug 2012
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
Since you are icing the area regularly, swelling is not likely even if there is a hairline fracture. An MRI will help in the proper diagnosis. Rest and avoiding any weight bearing on the leg will be helpful till then.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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Injury During Jiu Jitsu. No Bruise, Painful Tibia, Lump Reduced. Applied Ice. Additional Therapy?

Hello. Thanks for writing to us. Since you are icing the area regularly, swelling is not likely even if there is a hairline fracture. An MRI will help in the proper diagnosis. Rest and avoiding any weight bearing on the leg will be helpful till then. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com