How Long Will My Hip Continue to Swell and Hurt?
Dr. De Smet
How long will my leg continue to swell and hurt?
The pain usually decreases rapidly during the first days, but discomfort can continue for a couple of months. The swelling is due to alterations in fluid return up the limb, and will gradually diminish, but may take a couple of months or longer. Mobilization, exercise, stockings and elevation helps.