PODIATRIST DISCUSSES EDEMA OF THE FOOT

Swelling, also known as edema, in your feet usually comes down to your veins not being able to pump blood properly, podiatrist and ambassador for the Australian Podiatry Association Charlotte Bodell explains. If you do suffer from swollen feet, she recommends keeping them elevated when seated, and making sure you exercise at least twice a day — 15 minutes in the morning and 15 minutes in the afternoon. 

 

Charlotte Bodell

 

Not sure what to do? Bodell recommends starting off with calf raises, explaining that the calf muscle pushes blood flow back up to the heart. If the swelling persists, Bodell says you may need to consider purchasing surgical stockings or talking to your GP about medication to reduce fluid in your legs.

 

Source: Penelope Pelecas, startsat60.com [10/27/20] 

Courtesy of Barry Block, editor of PM News