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Orthopedic Surgeon · Orthopaedics
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A knee injury can cause ankle swelling because the knee and ankle are connected by muscles and ligaments. When one part of the body is injured, the other parts may compensate and become overloaded. This can lead to swelling in all of the joints that are affected.
If you have a knee injury, it's important to ice the area, take anti-inflammatory medications as prescribed, and elevate your leg as much as possible. If the ankle swells too much or becomes red or warm to the touch, seek medical attention right away.
