What's the longest a bruise should last?
What's the longest a bruise should last? Bruises can last from days to months, with the bone bruise being the most severe and painful. A muscle bruise occurs when a direct blow from an object strikes part of the body, damaging the underlying muscle fibers and connective tissue without breaking the skin.
Does massaging a bruise help?
You may want to massage the sore spot when you're resting, but it's a bad idea. That can make the injured spot worse. You may break more blood vessels under the skin and make the bruised area larger.
How does toothpaste help bruises?
Although there is little evidence for this, you'll find that healing bruises is on most lists of random uses for toothpaste. It is believed that toothpaste helps break up the clot and increase blood flow.
How long does it take for a deep tissue bruise to heal?
The time to return to activity and sports depends on the grade/severity of the injury and one's progress with stretching and strengthening exercises. Moderate-to-severe contusions take an average of 4-6 weeks to heal. Minor contusions take considerably less time.