After a fall three weeks ago my leg was black and blue and somewhat swollen.  The ecchymosis and general swelling have faded but there is a hard tender lump in one area which I assume is a solidified hematoma.  Should I be applying heat or massaging it?
Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. No, you don't need to do that since it won't help, and you should just let some time pass, and it will reduce in size and hematoma will be resorted into blood circulation Small traumatic fibrous may persist, but it will not cause any problems in the future. If there is esthetic concern it can be treated surgically but only after 6 weeks when healing process is over. Heat and massage will not be efficient in these cases. I hope I have answered your query. Wish you good health.