Re: Brown freckles around ankles after prolonged standing?

Without seeing this I can only guess. What you might be seeing is pigmentary changes from venous stasis. This is not a "circulation" problem as you were thinking which most people only consider an arterial problem. Being on your feet and the weight gain may have contributed to this. Heredity may play some role as well.

Certainly wearing knee hose support socks would be worth a try. There are many brands available, but you pretty much get what you pay for. When you can, you might make an appointment with a podiatrist or dermatologist.

Hope this helps.

Posted By Vivian Abrams DPM on February 22, 2004 at 16:44:09:

In Reply to: Brown freckles around ankles after prolonged standing? posted by Chris on February 22, 2004 at 05:59:25:
The Active Ankle offers flexibility and security. It will feel different from anything you have ever worn for ankle protection. The hinge allows freedom of motion that you may not be accustomed to. Do not mistake this freedom of movement for lack of support. A leading university said, the Active Ankle provides more support (inversion) than the leading air-stirrup brace, the leading lace-up brace, or a tape job.

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