Ankle sprains are incredibly common, with tens of thousands of Americans spraining their ankle every single day. When the supportive ankle ligaments are damaged during a sprain, it’s not uncommon to experience swelling in the ankle and foot area. This swelling is the result of an inflammatory reaction due to the trauma, but fluid could […]
Dr. Silverman’s Tips For Postoperative Swelling Control
Swelling is a natural reaction by your body in response to trauma, but it can actually serve to slow down the healing process if fluids can’t effectively circulate in and out of an area. Your care team is going to want you to do everything in your power to work to limit swelling after surgery, […]
How To Reduce Swelling And Bruising In A Sprained Ankle
Ankle sprains are one of the most common types of foot injuries, as more than 25,000 Americans are felled by a sprained ankle each day. Some of these sprains are minor, while others can knock a person off their feet for weeks or months at a time. Regardless of the severity of the sprain, some […]
5 Ways To Reduce Swelling After Foot Or Ankle Surgery
Swelling is a natural response from the body in the wake of trauma or injury, and although surgery is a corrective procedure, it’s still a traumatic experience for your body. Because of this, you can expect to deal with some swelling following a corrective procedure. Swelling helps to bring white blood cells to the area […]
5 Reasons Your Feet Are Swollen
Our feet can swell for a variety of reasons. Some of these reasons aren’t cause for concern, while others warrant attention. Today, we take a closer look at five reasons why one or both of your feet may be swollen, and what you should do about it. Why Are My Feet Swollen? Here’s a quick […]