Aging
Sometimes, the cause of ankle pain is simple — you’re aging, and your body is starting to feel the adverse effect. For example, edema can occur when the blood vessels weaken over time. These blood vessels can leak and cause issues for the body, usually in the legs, as it’s the most affected by gravity. The blood pooling down in the legs can cause problems, eventually leading to swelling. You’ll find most older people with swollen legs due to the weakness of the blood vessels. Aging will also eventually wear out the cartilage connecting bones, leading to painful swelling and loss of motion. It’s not easy to fight off the effects of aging, but understanding how your body works will help you slow the aging process down and help ensure you live as happily and healthily as you can.
Sometimes, a simple change to the diet, such as drinking more water or taking in more fiber, can lead to a much healthier body overall. If you want to avoid ankle pain, ensure that you are not pushing or overusing your ankles, and elevate your feet when you rest now and again.
