Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger injured his left foot during the 4th quarter of Sunday's game against the Houston Texans.  He finished out the game, but limped off the field and was seen using crutches and wearing a walking boot as he left the stadium.  X rays were taken, followed by an MRI which showed that the foot was not broken.

Roethlisberger sustained a broken bone to the right foot last year and managed to play through the 2nd half of the 2010 season.

One may hear an audible "crack" or "pop" during an injury, followed by swelling, pain and bruising.  Use the "RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation" method following any traumatic injury, and be sure to follow up with your foot and ankle specialist.  You will likely need x rays to rule out fracture.  In some cases braces and walking boots may be necessary to properly immobilize your foot. 

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