Avoiding foot swelling
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Aug 28 2009
Q: I am going away in a few weeks and I will be doing lots of walking and be on my feet more than usual. From past experience I know that my legs and feet will swell (hot climate) and I wondered if there were any safe anti inflammatory medications that I could take while on BP medication. I take 80 mg of micardis daily and have arthritis.
A: Comfortable, well-fitting walking shoes and support hosiery will help prevent leg and foot swelling. Your shoes should be appropriate for the kind of surface you will be walking upon. Unfortunately, the best walking shoes tend to be expensive. You should talk to your doctor about an anti-inflammatory medication as most increase blood pressure.
Tags: anti inflammatory medication, anti inflammatory medications, anti-inflammatory, arthritis, best walking shoes, blood pressure, Blood Pressure & Hypertension, bp, Diet & Exercise, legs and feet, micardis, support hosieryNatural treatment for pain relief
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Jan 11 2009
Q: What natural substance can be used for pain relief?
A: Ice and/or heat are natural pain relievers. Ice has an anti-inflammatory effect and heat helps with relaxation. Often ice and heat are used alternatively to get the benefit of both effects. For example, with a simple muscle sprain, 15 -20 minutes of an ice pack is used to counter inflammation and then followed with a heating pad to encourage muscle relaxation.
Tags: anti-inflammatory, Medical Conditions, pain relief, Pain Relievers
