About 2 million ankle sprains occur in the United States each year. A sprained ankle may look swollen and bruised and feel tender or painful. Treatment focuses on reducing pain and inflammation.

Common reasons for foot or ankle pain include overuse, improper shoes, fractures, sprains, bunions and systemic conditions.

A 41-year-old man was evaluated for swelling in the ankles and syncope. CT of the chest showed bilateral mediastinal and ...

Persistent swelling or bruising after several days, visible deformity of the ankle joint, or numbness and tingling in the foot or toes all indicate potential serious injury requiring assessment.

Swelling in the ankles, feet and legs is one of the less commonly known symptoms of heart failure that can be painful and ...