How to resolve a buttock bruise and contusion that is still causing pain after weeks?

Sorry to hear that your right buttock is still sore after 5 weeks. Contusions sometimes may take 1-2 months to settle down. If the symptoms are not improving at all after so long, You should get it checked.

You may have the railing abit harder than expected, and there may be a hairline fracture in the bone. This can be picked up on X-rays or MRIs. If so, then the recovery time may take abit longer. You may want to consider some anti-inflammatory medication to help bring down the bruising and soreness as well.

Do also consider cutting down your physical activity and you will recover.

Kind regards

Dr Sean Ng

I’m sorry to hear about your experience.

A bruise (or contusion) is caused by bleeding under the skin which may stimulate surrounding nerve endings and be perceived as pain.

For the bruise, you may use heat application, massage, or topical cream (such as hirudoid) that promotes absorption of the bleeding.

If the pain is severe and dehabilitating, you may need to visit a medical practitioner for oral painkiller and anti-inflammatory.

If you weee to visit a TCM clinic, typical methods such as acupuncture, cupping, tuina massage and herbal medication can be used to enhance circulation, promote absorption of the bleeding and to alleviate your pain and discomfort.

Wishing you a speedy recovery!

Warmest regards,

Physician Lee