I am a 27 year old female. Almost 2 weeks ago, I got hit in the ankle with a softball. Feels very bruised still and has a small hard lump under the skin and visible bruising that changes daily. Also, I have lost feeling where the injury occurred and is very painful to touch; however, I can walk on it without much pain.
Hello, Based on the information that you provided I think that the hit with soft ball caused you some hematoma (collection of blood) on your ankle. Maybe you did not use ice and rest that day, so now the hematoma gets harder after 2 weeks. If you continued to walk and work the next day is normal for this situation to happen. Now this hematoma needs more time to be absorbed from your body. I recommend you to massage the place gently 3 or 4 times a day and use warm therapy. Also, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen will help for 1 week. Physical therapy for range of motion, ultrasound will speed up the process of healing. I do not think there is a place for concern for you since you do not have pain during walk. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.