What Causes Ankle Swelling? | Ask Dr. Moore, Houston Foot and Ankle Surgeon
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- Ankle swelling can come from many sources, the top being ankle arthritis, ankle sprains, gout, and circulation issues. At Moore Foot and Ankle Specialists we have upgraded our treatment options for these conditions and more. In house digital x-rays are the first step and medications vary from orals to topical pain combinations to injections in the office. We can relieve pain immediately with a cortisone injection or work with the new stem cell research and new products that help healing.
Then there is the cornerstone of our treatment program, the ankle arthroscope. It not only serves as a diagnostic tool since the arthroscopic examination portion gives us the ability to see things that are missed on X-ray and MRI tests. The treatment portion is the most exciting since now we have upgraded instruments that can remove the damaged cartilage and then prepare the space for better healing and addition of biologic healing products.
As for other problems like weak ankles or ankle instability from repetitive sprains, we can repair the ankle ligaments at the same time as the ankle arthroscope.
Lastly are the new ankle replacement models that have come out over the past 5 years. They are far superior than the earlier models and ankle fusions can be avoided in the right patient.
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I made the mistake of sleeping with my ankle socks on all night & both feet swelled as if I had twisted ankles. Went to an Asian massage therapist & she did a lymphatic drain by pushing fluid upwards from feet to hip. All better now 3 months later & never reoccurred. Age 58.
Ah, that must be it. I've done that 6 nights in a row. Thank you!
Thanks for the video 🙂
Thank you!
Very informative information thanks
There’s no such thing as “age related problem”. That’s just a fancy term for “I don’t know or I’m too lazy to find out”. Granted, problems do occur as we get older but it’s more likely due to malnutrition, lack of movement, or bad habits such as smoking or taking unnecessary statins or blood thinners. Malnutrition usually occurs from eating too many carbs, or food with no nutrition. It can also be caused by too little acid in the stomach.
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A great video from Dr. Robert J Moore on What causes Ankle Swelling
Thank you Mr. West, glad you enjoyed it.
Yes his videos are great!
thanks
Good to know.
My legs ache sometimes especially in the cold but I notice at the end of the day or in the morning my ankle has pain like if is swell and it swells a little
Hi, Dr. Moore! I have been trying to search for more explanations about my foot condition and i believe you come up with answers that make more sense than what i found online. I suffered from a major gout attack on my left foot 3 months and 1 week ago to be exact and have been on crutches since then. I still have little pain putting weight on my foot when i start walking it on a wrong angle that’s why i still support it with crutches. When i wake up in the morning though my foot looks normal but during the day when i have my foot down, it swells a bit and there’s stiffness. When i saw my primary doctor he just basically said it will go away but i might take months or even years. I had some a few major gout attacks in the past but i don’t remember having suffered this long and bad with the pain and swell. Do you have any advise i can do? Any informations you might have is greatly appreciated. Thanks!
My ankles got swollen all of a sudden. No injuries. I wasn’t able to do cardio anymore. My legs would give out and feel so tight.
I broke my ankle and leg in 3 diff places about 3-4 years ago. My ankle and foot have been swelling a lot lately... what could cause this?
I had an accident and run into the U-Haul thing that lets the furniture off of the truck and my leg hit it and the front of my ankle and it's the pain is so unbearable and I've been getting a lot of swelling what can I do for this it's very painful
It's normal unkle pain arthritis can be swollen part?my doctor as me to in labtest like CREA and BUA..I'm afraid much..I'm thinking of having a kidney problem.. pls..answer me..
My doc diagnosed my painful swollen ankle with synovitis. It HURTS 😩😢. For months it hasn’t been better. Does this turn in to arthritis? If so, what kind?
I have varicose veins and ankle swelling,.
my ankle was fractured some pain my muscles are so tight i can't move my leg all area bcs tight muscles how to release it pls help me
My unxles on both legs are swollen all the time. I dont feel pain at all. What is it.
You didn't address kidneys or heart ?
I'm only 25 and I think I have cartilage tendon or ligaments problems I can't even work a job that requires walking or stabbing all day :(
I don't know what happened but my boyfriend pulled hard on my ankle when trying to get me up from the bed and there was like a popping sound. There was pain for a week and now it feels swollen and less balances in comparison to my other ankle. What could have happened. There is now some pain sometimes when Im going to sleep but no significant pain. It just feels weird..
Mines is tissues under my ankle from being on my feet for too long, like 15 hours
i have osteomyelitis in my ankle but the doctors don’t know the cause :( why did it happen
You didn't mention the relationship to heart diseases
I broke both ankles left twice right twice maybe three times both painful
what if there's swelling but no pain?
Exactly, that is what am passing through, what causes it and what is the remedy?
Same problem only swelling left side no pain
@@RamandeepKaur-er7rh my husband too
@@RamandeepKaur-er7rh did u had corona?? Tuhanu corona ta nahi hoya c ?
Anyone get relief...me also only swelling no pain
I noticed a year ago, I wore one of my shoes with hard soles and that evening, I felt some pain in my left ankle and days later, I can't walk with the leg.. rushed to the hospital and they did scan only to tell me to start wearing soft padded shoes. Well, it didn't go away, one year later I still feel pain which within months comes like my foot is about to drop out of my leg. My God, this last time I cried. An adult.. I couldn't bear it.
What did u do next ??
Can you see another doctor??? I feel bad for you. Sending prayers!
It sounds like you damaged a nerve with the hard soles. Truthfully, often the best person to see is a chiropractor, as they have a way of identifying and isolating the problem area, and then set about treating it. Don't delay - just go get it fixed.
You will find with a chiropractor that they will tell you whether your problem is acute [which means they will likely fix it then and there, or with max 2 sessions], or whether you have triggered some ongoing [chronic] issue, which may need remedial massage over a longer period to put right. Best of luck with it.
I haven't played sports in 5 years I didn't everything and my ankle bone swollen not the joints the bone itself how can this be fix without surgery I've never had a injury like this before and now am 42 years old and I know age is a part but I've sprain my ankles many times but never like this
I get ankle sprain 1 month ago,,,, i can walk better but there are lot of swelling,,, how can i do to prevant swelling
i broke my ankle 3 months ago and its still swollen and it often hurts at places where the bone was not fractured and the doctor said my bone was fine... it was an avulsion fracture of my fibula
How is your ankle now?
I did the same thing 8 weeks ago
Shattered my ankle 17 months ago still swollen and soar
what about when the foot or ankle feels swollen but isn't visually swollen? what can cause this? is this due to potential arthritis?
I have the same problem
I have bad wounds on both ankles. One seemed to be getting better and no swelling. A few months ago a wound on the other ankle and not healing. Swelling started on both feet and ankles about a week ago with pain on the wounds. Don’t know what to do or what kind of doctor should I see.
hey doctor, I twisted my ankle over a year ago. I took an MRI yesterday and figured out I have an Oedema; which I thought was the case because I still have a swollen foot after 18 months. My doctor just keeps telling me to elevate it, but I am sick of hearing that because nothing is changing. I am really angry and sad because I can't work out or go on walks without pain, any advice?
sophia Garcia we are in this together mine just made a year since my swelling and I too did X-ray and has taken steroids shot and fillers with no result I can’t workout or dance like I used to
@@biblosantral OMG, I am so glad I am not the only one. A week ago I got a cortisone shot and my ankle is still swollen, I do not know if I will ever get better. Never imagined an ankle sprain could be this bad.
I suffered from the same on and off for the last 10 years and the doctor’s say the same and prescribe the same anti inflammatory pills, my Indian wife gave me turmeric and bitter melon and foot and calf muscle massages and it has cured my pain almost entirely, I hope this helps
Did they wrap me up too tight
Good morning, my left ankle is swollen, no pain no fracture.. I elevate it and then it's back to normal but throughout the day it becomes swollen.. x-rays are negative and mri negative
I love you
I was told by a GP that my swollen ankles are from bad circulation on the bottom part of my body i walk from 10 thousand to 15 thousand steps per day it doesn’t hurt but I am worried about if it’s my kidneys or heart
I saw a primary doctor too and I didn’t her any answers. My left ankle swells soooo bad. I sit down most of the day.
Wat was wrong with your heart or kidny?
My mom ankle joint bone Swealing but no pain. Just one Leg ankle affected. Please tell me the reason. Thankyou 🙏
Unilateral (one side) swelling can come from a variety of etiologies. From venous insufficiency to more local, structural problems like osteoarthritis. A visit to a foot and ankle specialist with a basic x-ray and examination or additional testing is best for a clear answer to your question.
@@DrRobertJMooreIII Thankyou ❤
i had an ankle injury 10 months ago but everyday it keeps on swelling what should I do
Tough to diagnose via email or with limited information. Swelling could be anything from cardiovascular issues to arthritic changes. We do have an opportunity to consult over the web if you are interested.
Best,
-Dr Moore
Any relation between sever d3 deficiency thyroid ankle swelling
Yes and No. In short, anything that affects the body and causes fluid retention will most likely end up with both ankle swelling simply because of gravity. That being said, kidney disorders as well as cardiov-pulmonary disease are the top contenders. Thyroid disorders with or without Vit D3 levels can do this on their own, but most commonly it's the medications that are prescribed that play the biggest part. Of course a trip to your family physician and/or endocrinologist for evaluation and testing would be the best path first. Compression stockings as low as 10 and as high as 20 mmHg can also control this locally in the mean time.
Best,
-Dr Moore
What about venous insufficiency?
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- Ankle pain and swelling
- Houston Foot and Ankle Surgeon
Ankle swelling can come from many sources, the top being ankle arthritis, ankle sprains, gout, and circulation issues. At Moore Foot and Ankle Specialists we have upgraded our treatment options for these conditions and more. In house digital x-rays are the first step and medications vary from orals to topical pain combinations to injections in the office. We can relieve pain immediately with a cortisone injection or work with the new stem cell research and new products that help healing.
Then there is the cornerstone of our treatment program, the ankle arthroscope. It not only serves as a diagnostic tool since the arthroscopic examination portion gives us the ability to see things that are missed on X-ray and MRI tests. The treatment portion is the most exciting since now we have upgraded instruments that can remove the damaged cartilage and then prepare the space for better healing and addition of biologic healing products.
As for other problems like weak ankles or ankle instability from repetitive sprains, we can repair the ankle ligaments at the same time as the ankle arthroscope.
Lastly are the new ankle replacement models that have come out over the past 5 years. They are far superior than the earlier models and ankle fusions can be avoided in the right patient.
For more information and to watch surgery videos, patient testimonials and other medical advancements,
log on to our website at www.MyFootFix.com
or go to our blog at Dr-Robert-J-Moore-III.com
Stay healthy and one step ahead!
Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else wants to uncover cure for sprained foot try Fezervin Ankle Fixer Coach (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my mate got great success with it.
There are several ideas to cure ankle pain
research some simple exercises online
Try hot and cold packs alternately
Reduce weight (if you are too heavy)
Exercise more
(I discovered these and why they work on Jasontas Remedy Tactic website )
Can you recommend a Dr. in the Seattle area?
Thank you very much.I haven't known by now that ankle arthroscopy is better than MRI.
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Go to the hospital
I have both swollen ankle I’m 21
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I’m overusing my ankle a lot so at the end of the day it swells and very stiff. I’m pretty sure not arthritis. Possibly lymph?
Have you found out what the issue is with your ankle?
I mean osteoarthritis can be what you have there’s different types of arthritis Osteoarthritis is non inflammatory it’s wear and tear and since you’re overusing your muscles wouldn’t that most likely be the cause ?
My both ankles are swollen from no where? I don't know why I feel no pain even I didn't know about it my friend just noticed hey bud your ankles are swollen and when I noticed I came to know about it. Its been 4 years I still have em I thought its just a minor issue but I'm not really sure about it now they are really visible to anyone but still I've no pain I do workouts never been interrupted by those swollen ankles. Can anybody help me out here? What can be the main reason? I'm 23 non alcoholic I never experienced any injury at that particular area neither I've any kidney or liver issue.
Yes Mr Bahl, that is uncommon for someone your age. But increased sodium, other poor dietary habits can contribute. Lastly, there is simple gravity and sitting on your venous return for a prolonged amount of time. Mine swell from time to time when I am at the computer for more than an hour or two....
Compression stockings at 20mmHg are easy and affordable on Amazon - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06W2MKDLD/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Best,
-Dr Moore
Jo In yeah you're right because I'm not a Idle person I use to do cardio daily also along with some workout for muscle gain along with taking 1.5-2 liters water. Moreover since my childhood I never liked salt or salty snacks so how come I've swollen ankle? My mother also have same problem I don't know what's the real issue?
hi there
im.having same issue.
im 36 male.
i notice that my ankle left and right swollen after im waking up. no pain but it just big. the Dr says maybe it cause by heart or kidney problem.
but blood test is negative.
after a day and elevated leg during sleeping it goes away and back to normal.
now after 2 weeks it happens again. im driving a lot. and sitting on chair after half an hour my ankle will swollen a bit. it stop if i walk and do light exercise...
.
maybe overeating and dirty" diet?
im overweight. my ideal weight is 75 but im 100kg.
have problems sleeping before. caused by tonsilitis. it cause obstructive sleep apnea.
my tonsillectomy 6 weeks ago.
now my OSA gone. but still snoring...
My ankles and feet started swelling up after I had both my knees replaced. My knee s seem to swell up anytime I get an infection. I went to a therapist that was a lymphatic therapist. She had me wrap my feet and ankles in soft material strips at night up to the knee and this helps. Also lymphatic massage helps.. I'd stay away from over the counter NSAIDs since they're hard on the liver. There are some natural diarrtics u can look up on the web. My feet & ankles swell after activity so bad they feel tight & hot ,sometimes red. I'm seeing a lymphologist soon. Before that my dr sent me to a Rheumatoidologist, because u could have rheumatoid arthritis & they do test GP's dont.
good luck and God bless
@Jo In - a heart issue can express itself in a swollen left ankle while a swollen right ankle is the result of a liver issue. She’s 23 so it’s unlikely it’s either of these. Swelling of both ankles is the result of a kidney issue. Since she stated her kidneys are fine, then it has to be due to inflammation from eating too many carbs and not enough healthy fat. Also could be from lack of exercise.
My feet & ankles swell huge if I've had several drinks containing alcohol, painful walking for several days till swelling goes down. So my partying days are over, so sad 🍹😢
Not to scare you but you need to get that looked at. That could be a sign of Liver damage. Especially if you have fluid build up.
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Appreciate the tip, my doctor gave me a water pill & problem solved ! He said aging can cause water retention, it also helped to lower my blood pressure too.
@@hattienuff1405 I am very glad to hear that :)
good day doc. i have a question, i slip at my house i have a zinc on the back of my grill, the zinc tore out my skin ankle area..... i get 10 stitches for it, hurt me for two days, but i see on top of the ankle swollen.. im concern. so i want to know what would cause it? please respond to me
Apologies, but if you are here in houston i could help. The internet is great for information, but the causes including infection need to be evaluated by your physician if you have concerns.
take care.
Rushaine Newman w
Is ankle pain causes gout
I wished I could send you pictures of my best friends feet. It's just his ankles that are swollen. Maybe his feet are somewhat swollen but his ankles are very pronounced and obviously very swollen to the naked eye like two plumbs for ankles. He can barely walk and nothing he takes works. He iced his feet every single night. He is a heavy guy and knows he needs to lose weight and he is losing weigh. But he can only work ( as a waiter) for 2-3 hours and has to go home he may work 16 hours a week. It kills me inside to know he's going through this type of agony and pain every single day. Doc you're in houston as well. I was wondering if your office accepts the HCHD gold card?
4 years later. I hope you've got help for your friend.
@@jmvneto51 hes now on retired on disability. Doing better but has trouble walking.
You sound like a great friend :) you care..hope your friend is better!
@@luckyduckydaisyflower2344 He's on disability now
I had cervical surgery and left hospital with severe ankle pain, redness and swelling on inside and be,ow ankles. Nurse said surgeons put a needle in ankles for “ vital signs” anyone ever heard of this?
They havent explained it very well. Its a nerve monitor. It makes sure that the nerves aren't effected in the back and that the nerves are still working in your legs.
I was born with Spina Bifida and have had multiple corrective feet surgeries including a tendon release and triple fusion to keep my heel down when I was a child. My ankle is permanently swollen and Ive learned to live with various levels of pain. The night time pain is getting the better of me nowadays. I went to my GP who sent me to a Specialist who was quick to tell me that he can't touch it due to possibly undo-ing my previous surgeries or simply causing more damage. So no matter where I go, nobody will touch me and nothing happens. If nothing can be done surgically, I still need to manage the pain. I can stand for 20 mins maximum at a time before I need to sit down and dont even think about dancing more than 2 songs. I'm only 46! I've made an appointment with a Bowen Therapist in hopes that they can help at least with temporary pain relief. I'm reaching out anywhere I can find to be honest.
I feel bad for you and empathize as i have EDS type 3 hypermobility, i know what pain and no help is like abs nowi have Barrett's esophagus and no dr.available,Dr shortage in Canada.
@@alisonbarratt3772 barettets
Is that a type of reflux?
I got off reflux meds by taking a tbls of ac vinegar 2ice a day. It works great.
@@kiddor909gmail its the next WORST think u can get AFTER having had simple reflux,too much to explain please look it up.you NEVER want Barrett's esophagus ( next after that CAN be throat cancer) with Barrett's i cant have vinegar oh my god i even tried it,i screamed in agony omg it burned my throat ! It was torture!!
I know this is a few years later in response but I as well have Spina Bif. They had to untether my spine cord as I have 2 and so on….I found an amazing Dr at university of Miami. Dr. Rhagheb. I am so sorry for your pain.
I have swell ankle and I never had injuries when growing up idk what wrong 🥺
My swelling is just above the ankle I've seen doctors I get no answers. I haven't injured it either. Feeling upset. No DVT or svt either so
@@callie9343 epsom salt might help.. May be it because of uric acid
Not just ankle swell, entire leg
Lap to toe swell, wht to do, to reduce , pls , anyone giv , proper
Suggestion..
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I've had swelling in my legs for almost a full year now. It's right above my ankles, and then up to my shin. I'm 30 years old, slim fit, and only weigh 159 pounds. The best way to describe it, would be to say it looks like I have cankles. I wear loose ankle socks, and yet it looks like you can see the sock line, as if my socks are too tight. But they're not tight at all. I have pain in both knees, while standing. But they don't hurt while I'm walking, or sitting. They hurt REALLY bad, when I'm standing still. My knees also pop A LOT. And when I'm standing, and they start to hurt, I also get a feeling in them, that feels like I need to pop them. I went, and saw a doctor a month ago, and she didn't seem to know what it could be. I don't know what to do. I don't even know if the swelling has anything to do with my knees hurting. But it seems like the knee pain started when my legs started swelling. Anyone have ANY idea what it could be? Or what I should do? I don't get why I'm having this problem. I haven't had any leg injuries in my life. Haven't had any kind of bone infection. It's starting to worry me. I have never had something like this occur before.
You could have venous insufficiency
I have the same issue. Did you figure it out?? I’m 25 years old.
I need ur help how can i contact u doctor
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my ankles are swelling up but no pain.What can I do to make the swelling go down.
Me too ... can’t find anything or any answers that don’t include pain. I’ll let you know if I find anything.
@@pennylan6466 Thanks Penny,
@@lucym5490 oh, I guess I was tired when I read your video. I only have one foot and ankle that’s swollen. I found these compression anklets that are the best thing I have found. There are a couple of other things too, that might work. I’ll get the links and then comment again.💕
@@pennylan6466 Penny, I have one ankle swollen more than the other. I did use compression socks but not working. I try to keep my legs up sometimes but it is still not going down.
Swelling no pain ,on right ankle .Swollen at times and back to normal at other times.?😎🇬🇭
I have been having this same problem not a whole lot but I can be visible is showed like ring around my ankle. I don’t know if it can be related to hot weather too
My weight( obese) makes me sit alot.cause I'm tired
I'm have a out of nowhere my ankle start to swell up and tighten where I can't walk on it ,I hurry to put the ice pack to slow the swelling ,next day TENDER ANKLE ,TAKE 3 TO 4 DAYS TO LESSEN THE SWELLING AND WALK BETTER ,DID A MRI KOREAN DOC KIM , ON PINE BLVD ,PEMBROKE ,FLA GAVE ME A 50/50 IF OPERATED , NOT GOOD ,I LEFT HIS OFFICE UPSET .
That is a shame, hope you can find what you need. In the meantime, if you are interested, we do have an opportunity to consult over the web.
Best,
-Dr Moore
I need to fix this ankle and need the right specialize, that won't string me around , you have anybody in Hollywood,fl 33021 that won't play tootsie with me .
I have twisted my ankle
What do I need to do twisted ankle please over 2 months
What if you had vein stripping on the greater saphenous vein and now your leg is wrapped up and you smoke marijuana and then your toes get a little swollen
And it’s no pain
My incoming telling a lot
Sitting too much