Bruised toe

[carlton23]

Seeing Scarletts thread below has prompted me to mention that I hit my toe whilst getting into the shower this morning and although it was only a slight tap it has bruised and is very painful. I soaked it in warm water this afternoon which brought out the bruise. I can`t remember the stuff we used to put on bruises, can anyone?

[sandyRoe]

Arnica?

[carlton23]

That`s it, thanks Sandy.

[welshlibranr]

witch hazel brings out bruises and helps to take away the pain too!......I think it's been used a long time before arnicea!.........works well!........I prefer it!........

[DaisyNonna]

Have you tried arnica tablets? Known in my family as bump pills. They bring down the swelling and help contain the bruising.

[Scarlett]

Incidentally, I have been advised to put Manuka honey on my injured foot! Got some this morning, and will let you know if it works!

[flicrat]

Aloe vera ointment is good for healing and soothing.

[classylady60]

Don't wish to put the worst case scenario forward really but in truth is it quite easy to break a toe by stubbing it on something, my husband did the self same thing by just hitting his toe on the skirting board...it didn't get better and they x-rayed it to find it was broken (5th metatarsal). Perhaps if yours doesn't improve soon you may want to see how yours is going....best wishes though as I know it can be very painful.

[boxtops]

I did that, classylady, I broke my little toe when I kicked the corner of the bath....

[DTCwordfan]

arnica works best if applied within 10 mins of the accident.

Wonderful for any sports bag, especially the cream, and a lifesaver for my younger girl who seriously iceskates.

[carlton23]

Toe now red and shiney at tip and blue/black near foot. Bit late for Arnica or Witch Hazel. I don`t think it`s broken anyway.

[grasscarp]

Lasonil

[Scarlett]

Manuka honey= AMAZING. Your toe is probably better now but if you have something infected which won't heal, use the honey!