Whooh, man it's hot! The summertime heat really puts a strain on the body, especially if you are one of those people whose feet and ankles swell up and feel heavy on hot days. What causes this? "When ...

Leg or foot swelling, also known as peripheral edema is the accumulation of fluid in the legs, feet, and ankles. This happens when small blood vessels leak fluid into nearby tissues, causing extra ...

Swollen feet are common during pregnancy. But you may be able to reduce the swelling by increasing your potassium intake, drinking more water, and elevating your feet. A foot and leg massage might ...

When it comes to pregnancy, there are so many physical changes a woman experiences. One of them is swollen feet. This usually happens due to increased fluid retention and pressure on the veins caused ...

Swelling in the feet can often be overlooked as just a sign of a long day on your feet, but persistent or unexplained swelling can indicate more serious health concerns. Understanding these potential ...

Your feet and ankles look like they've been pumped up with water – and that's because, in some sense, they have been. The good news is, swelling in the feet and ankles in pregnancy is usually ...

Prolonged desk work can lead to musculoskeletal problems ranging from annoying aches and pains to injuries. This month, we launched a six-part series showing you how to stretch and strengthen your ...

Stress fractures are common injuries that begin with repetitive and excessive stress on a bone, usually involving the leg or foot. Unlike a traumatic bone fracture, many patients overlook the early ...

Pedal oedema, the abnormal swelling of feet and ankles, signals underlying conditions like heart failure, liver cirrhosis, kidney disorders, or venous issues. Fluid accumulation occurs due to ...