sweetpeasmom
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Post by sweetpeasmom on Aug 29, 2023 1:35:22 GMT
Anyone have this issue? It doesn't happen every time. But sometimes after traveling, my feet are swollen for a few days. I went to Orlando this past week. Did Disney for 2 days. It was super hot, lots of walking. Came home yesterday. By the time I got home, both feet/ankles were swollen. The right was more than the left. Still some swelling today. Had to wear flip flops to work vs my sandals or slip on Vans.
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Post by Zee on Aug 29, 2023 1:48:12 GMT
No it doesn't happen to me but it's not uncommon after walking around all day in the heat. Rest with your legs elevated and wear compression stockings.
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mimima
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Post by mimima on Aug 29, 2023 1:56:53 GMT
I wore compression socks on a recent long flight and was pleasantly surprised how well they worked
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Post by librarylady on Aug 29, 2023 2:27:17 GMT
Compression socks are what you need.
I purchase sheer knee high compression hose, medium compression--and it works for me.
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Post by Basket1lady on Aug 29, 2023 3:00:41 GMT
I’ve worn compression socks after travel for about a decade now. After a week or two of being on my feet 14+ hours a day, they always swell after traveling. I don’t have any issues with swelling when I wear them.
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Post by melanieg on Aug 29, 2023 3:15:06 GMT
Compression socks are what you need. I purchase sheer knee high compression hose, medium compression--and it works for me. What brand do you buy? I used to buy Secret, but I can't find them anywhere here locally anymore (or online). |
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Post by Patter on Aug 29, 2023 11:45:04 GMT
Happens to me anytime I get hot. I need to wear my compression more.
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keithurbanlovinpea
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Post by keithurbanlovinpea on Aug 29, 2023 11:50:25 GMT
Compression socks or sleeves and lots of water
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Post by birukitty on Aug 29, 2023 19:12:03 GMT
Yes, it happened to me the last two times I came home after a trip. You think I would have learned after the first time, but nope! The last trip was only a 4 hour plane ride so I thought I would be okay-I wasn't. My feet, ankles and even my legs swelled so much it took a week for them to go down. Part of it could have been me really overdoing the snorkeling-I also had very sore muscles on the backs of my ankles that I think were caused by flipper use. I did a ton of snorkeling on that trip. The other part was that we were so tightly packed together in that plane that I didn't get up like I normally do and walk around-I was in a window seat and I figured it was only a 4 hour ride. Big mistake. I did drink a ton of water, although I also had two alcoholic drinks in the airport before getting on the flight (which I never do!) because my ankles were killing me and I was out of ibuprofen. There was absolutely none to be had in that tiny airport on St. Thomas.
Anyway, for my next trip scheduled for next spring I am absolutely packing a pair of compression socks. I've been seeing ads on Facebook for a company called wearwellow.com I'm interested in buying these because they are moisture wicking and they are made from 76% viscose from bamboo.
Drinking water helps and I've heard staying away from alcohol also helps. I didn't have any problems flying down to St. Thomas so that must be true.
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Post by Delta Dawn on Aug 29, 2023 19:35:29 GMT
I have compression socks so I wear them to travel. They are tight but I wear them on the plane and my legs are great when I get there or home
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Post by Charlotte on Aug 30, 2023 0:28:40 GMT
I deal with swelling and absolutely hate wearing socks. I wear these when traveling and they help with the swelling. |
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sweetpeasmom
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Post by sweetpeasmom on Aug 30, 2023 1:02:42 GMT
I deal with swelling and absolutely hate wearing socks. I wear these when traveling and they help with the swelling. I'll check those out.
The thought of the compression socks in the August heat though! But I might have to come to that next time. Thank you ladies.
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Post by librarylady on Aug 30, 2023 1:44:34 GMT
Compression socks are what you need. I purchase sheer knee high compression hose, medium compression--and it works for me. What brand do you buy? I used to buy Secret, but I can't find them anywhere here locally anymore (or online).
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Post by carhoch on Aug 31, 2023 12:15:46 GMT
I use to have that swollen feet multiple days after a long flight,now I wear compression socks it has totally solved the problem .
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Post by scrappinmama on Aug 31, 2023 13:05:44 GMT
Compression socks will definitely help. You may have to try a few different ones until you find something that is comfortable for you. But you will definitely find some relief!
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Post by KikiPea on Aug 31, 2023 13:39:42 GMT
Drink lots of water!
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Post by melanieg on Aug 31, 2023 18:05:05 GMT
What brand do you buy? I used to buy Secret, but I can't find them anywhere here locally anymore (or online).
Thank you! |
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Post by melanieg on Aug 31, 2023 18:06:31 GMT
I wear compression socks. I have also started going for a lymphatic massage when I get home after a long flight. It helps move stuff.
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Post by dewryce on Sept 1, 2023 1:42:24 GMT
I wear compression socks. I have also started going for a lymphatic massage when I get home after a long flight. It helps move stuff. DH does that for me and it really helps. I have fibro and most of the time the compression socks hurt too much so I do this instead. But DH uses compression socks, he actually wears them daily due to blood clotting and vein issues. His favorite are the Boombas. |
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