DEAR DR. ROACH: My brother is 74 and has edema in his legs and feet. He doesn’t exercise; he basically just sleeps and plays games on his computer. His bedroom is upstairs, and he struggles going up ...

Sarcoma is a type of cancer that originates in the bones or soft tissue. Soft tissue sarcoma (STS) most often begins in the arms and legs but can also occur in other body parts. Soft tissues include ...

Do you often experience fatigue, swelling, or discomfort in your legs and feet? These symptoms could indicate poor circulation, a common concern affecting many. However, the good news is that you can ...

Our feet carry us everywhere, yet they are often the most neglected part of our self-care routine. We pay attention to our face and hair but rarely think about our heels until they turn rough, dry, or ...

Our feet and legs, often neglected in the study of body language, transmit a lot of valuable information about what we are sensing, thinking, and feeling. We pay so much attention to the face and ...

This article was medically reviewed by Rekha Kumar, MD, a member of the Prevention Medical Review Board, on June 26, 2019. When you can’t seem to squeeze on those strappy sandals that looked so cute ...

Injuries and inflammation can cause swelling in your lower extremities. But you may also experience fluid retention due to an underlying health condition that requires medical attention. The feet, ...