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 ...

Medically reviewed by Sarah Richards, DPMMedically reviewed by Sarah Richards, DPM Sometimes, you can reduce the swelling in your feet and ankles simply by resting after a long workday and putting up ...

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 ...

Swollen ankles and feet due to edema, or fluid build-up, can be caused by minor or major conditions, such as injury, pregnancy, standing or sitting for a long time, heart disease, or liver failure.

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 ...

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 ...