It is frequent and possible for the legs to swell without any pain. Weston swollen legs may result from factors such as minor injuries, which are simple to treat. Also, swollen legs can indicate a serious underlying medical issue requiring immediate medical care. If you have swollen legs, you should visit your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.
You can also treat your swollen legs at home using home remedies which include:
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Wear loose clothing
Avoid wearing clothing that is overly tight or constricted. Instead, put on comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. This will allow blood to circulate freely. Additionally, avoid wearing closed footwear. Choose whether to wear flat sandals or go barefoot.
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Stay Hydrated
When you don’t drink enough water, your body will retain it rather than eliminate it through urine or sweat. This results in swelling in the legs. Drink at least eight glasses of water daily if you have swelling to combat the condition.
Avoiding alcohol is also a good idea. This is due to the fact that alcohol tends to dehydrate the body, which makes your body eliminate fluids from the blood more quickly than it would otherwise.
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Lose weight
Being overweight causes reduced blood flow, causing swelling of your legs. Additionally, it may result in increased foot strain, which hurts when walking. This may lead to greater inactivity, resulting in fluid retention in the legs.
Your feet may feel less stressed, and there may be less swelling if you lose weight. Discuss with your doctor how you should reduce weight and how to accomplish so healthfully.
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Wear compression socks
Compression socks work by continuously providing pressure to your feet and legs. This pressure aids in preventing fluid buildup in your legs. Wearing compression socks helps to prevent blood clots.
There are many different weights and compressions of compression socks, and they are simple to purchase in your neighborhood drug store or online. Start with compression socks with 12 to 15 or 15 to 20 mm of mercury as a general guideline.
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Massage your feet
Massage is helpful in reducing swelling in the legs. Massage your feet toward your heart with strong strokes and some pressure, or ask someone to massage them for you. This may aid in removing fluid from the region and bringing down swelling.
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Get moving
Exercise is essential for avoiding swelling in the legs. Exercising will support healthy muscle function and blood flow throughout the body.
Try to limit the amount of time you spend standing or sitting. Instead, take regular breaks to stand up and move around. Also, you may try stretching.
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Soak your legs in a salt bath
When it comes to reducing swelling, Epsom salt works wonders. Salt is a great therapy for swelling in the legs because it removes toxins from your body and promotes relaxation. Mix one cup of Epsom salt in lukewarm water in the bathtub to make a salt bath. Next, spend at least 20 minutes soaking your legs in the water.
Call Ariel Soffer, MD, FACC, to book your appointment for diagnosis and treatment of swollen legs.
