Looking to exchange thoughts and experiences.

detailed-tourist-illustrated-map-of-north-carolina.jpgI haven't tried heat. Do you try to put your legs up high on some pillows or something whenever possible?
 

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I have not used a heated leg product because heat makes my leg and feet swell more. I do wear compression stockings daily and they help a lot. In the hot weather if it is still a problem I soak my feet in really cold water and that helps me. It could be just me though.

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Catherine (cc) said:
Hi. First time. Has anyone tried heated leg
Products for foot and leg swelling?

Thanks!
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What have you been prescribed?

Usually this would be things like wide heavy elastic bandages and high pressure compression stockings at least for daytime wear.

Something like a heating pad might provide comfort, particularly in Winter, but they should probably be used sparingly. Hot and cold extremes are usually contra-indicated for lymphedema.

Watch out for other complicating factors such as diabetes, which may be impeding circulation even beyond blocked flow of lymph.
 
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