This article was medically reviewed by Rekha Kumar, MD, a member of the Prevention Medical Review Board, on June 26, 2019. When you can’t seem to squeeze on those strappy sandals that looked so cute ...

You slip on your workday flats in the morning with ease, but by closing time you look down at swollen feet with dismay. Puffy skin has mushroomed upward and beyond the confines of your shoes. Any ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...