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I did try compression socks briefly. I might just be a wimp, but it felt like a tourniquet was placed on my legs. I was in too much discomfort with them on to continue for the meanwhile.
I like epsom salt soaks and do them on occasion. They definitely help my aching feet! The swelling... not so much.
If I can get the swelling down a bit, I might be able to use the compression socks without much issue.
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Originally Posted by Soupe du jour
@ Aurelius710, I hope you get that health insurance coverage soon. No one should be without it. I certainly understand the issue relating to your Lithium and water retention. In the meantime, have you considered some relatively harmless natural diuretics? I'm thinking about coffee and green or black tea. I know that Lithium and caffeine consumption can be an issue, but perhaps a little more might not hurt. Also, keeping your legs elevated when you're home and foot/leg massage. As for the latter, if you don't have anyone who'll do it, you can give yourself one. Nice lotion to use is a bonus. Arnica cream can help reduce pain.
@ ~Christina, that looks so realistic! I'll be looking forward to seeing the ostriches. What a great relaxing and mindfulness activity it must be. |
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I didn't think about coffee! I'm typically a "millennial coffee" (ie Red Bull) kind of person, but I'll have to try that! I've even got a store bought espresso machine I haven't used in ages!
As far as putting feet up, I've got my footrest for the living room and obviously my bed. I just haven't seen it have much effect. Hopefully, I'm just doing something wrong and there's not an underlying health issue!
Thanks guys!
