this usually happens when its a flight of 2 hours or more. also happens when i take off my shoes after the day's work.
2006-10-02 10:41:30 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
I have the same problem ..its a circulation problem.. try to rest your feet high as much as possible... on flights wear support tights/socks to prevent swelling and always do exercise with your ankles etc...
2006-10-02 10:43:57 · answer #1 · answered by confused 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say exercise your legs. While sitting in your seat, push your feet up onto your toes for a second; and, then on your heals w/ toes in the air for a second. Repeat. Get up and walk around when possible. Contract the leg muscles to keep the blood & lymph moving. If that’s impossible, you could try compression socks. Avoid dehydration by avoiding caffeinated drinks like coffee and cola -- drink water.
What you describe could be something akin to “coach-class syndrome” the combination of immobility, dehydration and pressure on veins at the knees can cause a thrombus (blood clot) in your leg. See your doctor if you have a history of DVT or blood clots. At any rate, fluid is collecting at your ankles & feet.
2006-10-02 11:03:58 · answer #2 · answered by Celt 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For some reason, by car, plane, it dont matter, people will get swollen ankles. It may be from sitting in a confined space for awhile. Walk more, get a little more active after travel and it should help. O/W I dont think its much of a problem.
2006-10-02 10:46:03 · answer #3 · answered by baghmom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get up several times and walk to the bathroom.
Wear support stockings.
Pump your feet while you are at your seat.
Avoid salt!
These four things will help you not to get swollen ankles.
2006-10-02 10:49:45 · answer #4 · answered by redunicorn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep you legs elevated while flying and at work as often as possible. You may wish to mention this to your MD, as swollen ankles can be a symptom (or not) of several medical conditions.
2006-10-02 10:44:27 · answer #5 · answered by trishopesisters 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is known as dependent edema. Mostly it happens due to inadequate drainage of lymph or venous return. Most peopel experience it after a long period of sitting. One way to prevent it is giving leg exercises, moving around after 15 minutes, wriggling toes and anything that improves the circulation basically. also u can try compression stockings. the most serious complication is DVT which needs urgent medical attention
2006-10-02 10:47:07 · answer #6 · answered by vivekanand p 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wear tight-ish knee socks, get up and walk about the aisle from time to time, wear a brown paper bag on each foot inside your shoes during the flight, loose-ish footwear is best (not plastic).
2006-10-02 10:48:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably tore or strained a tendon--they take longer to heal than the bone does. Keep icing and keep it elevated, and if after a couple more weeks it's still painful, you should see a doctor--you may have had a fracture or bone crack.
2016-03-18 03:51:13 · answer #8 · answered by Heather 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you had your blood pressure check lately? Do you have a diet that contains a lot of salt? Do you drink enough water?
It might be a good idea to take a little trip to your doctor and get a physical.
2006-10-02 10:45:02 · answer #9 · answered by kimberleibenton 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Read Diane Thompson's "Varicose Veins Secrets" (also available in electronic format at: http://www.varicoseveinscure.org ). By following this guide book I was able to eradicate my varicose veins pretty fast. God bless!
2014-09-17 14:01:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋