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Foot and Ankle Swelling: Causes, Tips and When to See Your Doctor

As temperatures rise, one common problem many face is swollen feet and ankles. Swelling is usually caused by an accumulation of fluid: this is sometimes referred to by your Podiatrist as oedema.  Typically, you develop oedema as fluid leaks from tiny blood vessels called capillaries into the surrounding tissue. When this occurs, your feet and […]

Ankle Fracture – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

When one or more of the bones that make up the ankle joint are broken, it is identified as an “ankle fracture”. A fractured ankle can range from a small break in one bone to several full breaks in multiple bones. Both are extremely painful and can affect people of all ages. When dealing with […]