Any help for severely swollen ankles?

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Hello, My grandmother has severely swollen ankles and it is very hard

for her to walk and be as active as she would like. Her doctor here in

the U.S has basically said it is because of old age and she shouldnt be

so active and to stay off her feet. She has always been an active woman

and will definately fight her way despite the pain but im afraid this

may make it worse. Are there any suggestions that anyone can give me to

maybe help the swelling and possibly start a healing process. Thanks so

much for your time and concern, Mike