Swollen legs in older adults are often linked to natural changes in the body, but they can also signal underlying health issues that shouldn’t be ignored. As people age, circulation, kidney function, and lymphatic drainage may become less efficient, making fluid buildup more likely—especially in the lower legs where gravity has the greatest effect.
One common cause is poor circulation. Blood vessels lose elasticity over time, and the calf muscles—often called the “second heart”—may not pump blood upward as effectively when activity decreases. This can lead to fluid pooling in the ankles and feet, especially after long pe
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