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How to prevent your feet and legs from swelling during long trips
Experts say compression stockings and movement can help reduce swelling on long flights, and over-the-counter support stockings may be prescribed for some travelers.
- Many travelers experience swollen feet or legs during long trips, particularly on flights, as prolonged sitting creates cramped conditions that impede circulation.
- Prolonged periods of sitting force veins to work against gravity, making it difficult for them to transport blood from feet back toward the heart.
- Compression stockings exert gentle pressure to assist blood flow, with medical professionals distinguishing between prescription compression and over-the-counter support stockings.
- Travelers with specific medical conditions or pregnancy are advised to wear support stockings to reduce leg heaviness and fatigue during journeys.
- Experts note that preventing travel-related swelling is straightforward, as using support stockings can significantly improve comfort and reduce fluid buildup during long journeys.
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How to prevent your feet and legs from swelling during long trips
BERLIN — Many of us find our feet or legs swell when we go on longer trips, particularly on flights. The good news is that is easy to fix. Vascular specialist Katja Mühlberg spells out the benefits of wearing compression…
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