Reducing Swelling
In order to reduce the swelling from the sprain (and broken bone) in my foot, the doctor told me to ice it a few times a day. My friend (where I'm currently staying) has a swimming pool whose water temperature is about 48°F/8.9°C and works admirably for the purpose. The swelling in my foot is mostly gone now, as is the bruising. The pain, I'm hoping, will follow soon. (This is a short video of me stepping into the pool, being careful to keep my weight on my unharmed right foot. I didn't want an unplanned swim.)
Reducing Swelling
In order to reduce the swelling from the sprain (and broken bone) in my foot, the doctor told me to ice it a few times a day. My friend (where I'm currently staying) has a swimming pool whose water temperature is about 48°F/8.9°C and works admirably for the purpose. The swelling in my foot is mostly gone now, as is the bruising. The pain, I'm hoping, will follow soon. (This is a short video of me stepping into the pool, being careful to keep my weight on my unharmed right foot. I didn't want an unplanned swim.)