My foot hurts a lot. Is something wrong?

Question

I dropped a heavy book on my foot. I hopped over to a chair because it hurt to walk on. When i looked at it less than 30 secs after i dropped the book on it, it was swollen and there was a small black bruise on the edge of the swollen area. Is something wrong? I really don't want crutches, so can someone pleez tell me whats wrong? It's been 15 minutes and it still aches.

Answer 1

Ask the doctor..

Answer 2

If it still hurts after 24 hours, make an appt to see a Foot and Ankle specialist, not just a regular ortho (past experience).  

Answer 3

RICE therapy is the best way to go-

Rest- stay off youf foot for a while

Immobilization- keep the foot still

Cold- Ice the foot- reduces pain

Elevation- elevate your foot - this will reduce swelling

Answer 4

Try walking again, if it still hurts see a doctor. If you need crutches theres nothing you can do about it.

Or just wait a bit more... Books arn't really the things that would give you crutches...