Swelling in the foot aggravated by standing is a common phenomenon during ankle injury rehabilitation. It can be relieved by massage, cold compresses, and appropriate activities.
Due to the need for bed rest for a period of time after ankle injury, the body’s blood circulation for a long time in a low-resistance reflux state. Therefore, the blood vessels in the lower limbs cannot adapt to the high resistance of blood flow before the fracture when the patient starts to stand or walk on the ground, so there is often a period of edema in the lower limbs, especially in the ankle area, which is the most obvious. In some patients, the swelling can last up to half a year.
Swelling of the feet when standing can also be caused by incomplete recovery from ankle injuries, or by damage to the soft tissues around the fracture even though the fracture has healed.
In addition, some patients with varicose veins or venous thrombosis in the lower limbs can also cause ankle swelling, which can be accompanied by venous varicose veins and swelling of one side of the calf. This situation needs to seek medical treatment as soon as possible, for appropriate treatment.
It is recommended that patients seek medical attention in a timely manner to clarify the cause of foot swelling, and under the guidance of physicians for treatment and rehabilitation.