The Colorado River, which flows through the canyon, drains water from seven states, but the feature we know as Grand Canyon is entirely in Arizona. Most of the Grand Canyon lies within Grand Canyon National Park and is managed by the National Park Service. Jump to a larger map. Jump to: South Rim ----North Rim.
Blood leaks into tissues under the skin and causes the black-and-blue color. As bruises (contusions) heal, usually within 2 to 4 weeks, they often turn colors, including purplish black, reddish blue, or yellowish green. Sometimes the area of the bruise spreads down the body in the direction of gravity. A bruise on a leg usually will take longer to heal than a bruise on the face or arms. Most bruises are not a cause for concern and will go away on their own. Home treatment may speed healing and relieve the swelling and soreness that often accompany bruises that are caused by injury.
Report Abuse. It depends on how bad the bruise is...it may take a few days or a couple weeks for it to fully heal, it may get, black/blue at first then fade into like a yellowish color that is when it will be almost gone. Source(s): experience:: i play alot of sports. malida_23 Â· 8 years ago. Thumbs up.t all depends on the severity of the bruise. You can get a facial massage where you are bruised, and that will help dissapate the blood that is pooled and will disappear faster. Source(s): Student of massage therapy. thechinamom Â· 8 years ago.