Cankles: A Cleveland Clinic Expert Discusses Possible Causes and Treatments

Cankles is a non-medical term that describes ankles that lack a distinct taper between the calf and foot, creating a thicker, more uniform appearance.

While some people naturally have this lower leg shape, cankles can also result from factors like fluid retention, weight distribution, or medical conditions that affect circulation and lymphatic drainage.

The term and the phenomenon deserve some sensitivity: A doctor of podiatry cautions when swollen ankles can signal underlying health concerns.

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