The pain of a calf strain feels tight, cramping, gripping, sharp, or sore. Muscle weakness or swelling may accompany the pain. Besides the RICE protocol, short-term use of an over-the-counter pain ...

What Is Foot, Leg, and Ankle Swelling? Foot, leg, and ankle swelling—also known as peripheral edema—refers to an accumulation of fluid in these parts of the body. The buildup of fluid is not ...

Dr. Carrie Jose, in her latest Health and Wellness column, explains how to tell the difference between exercise-induced leg ...

One tester used these in place of her prescription compression socks when experiencing leg swelling and reported that her swelling went away within a day of use. In Lab tests, our analysts ...

A 68-year-old woman presents with heaviness in her legs and feet, hyperpigmentation from the ankle to the mid-calf (the “gaiter” area), and swelling that is worse during afternoons and evenings.

Typical symptoms of a broken leg include intense pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty moving your leg. Treatment may involve a splint, cast, or surgery. If you suspect you've broken your leg ...