Swollen hands and feet during stroke recovery can be treated with localized hot compresses, dietary modifications, and appropriate exercise. Swelling of the hands and feet during stroke recovery, especially in the lower limbs, should first undergo lower limb venous ultrasound to rule out deep vein thrombosis. The following treatments can be carried out after excluding thrombus. 1. Localized hot compresses: swollen hands and feet during stroke recovery can be relieved by localized hot compresses or hot water immersion to promote blood circulation, which is conducive to the recession of swollen hands and feet. 2. Adjust the diet: Swelling of hands and feet during stroke recovery may be due to the patient’s mobility and long-term bedridden, resulting in reduced food and nutritional deficiencies. Appropriate supplementation of high-quality protein, low-fat, low-salt, low-sugar diet to eliminate edema. 3. Appropriate exercise: In order to reduce the swelling of the hands and feet during the recovery period of stroke, patients can also carry out appropriate exercise of the upper limbs and lower limbs to alleviate the symptoms of swelling. At first, passive exercise can be carried out with the help of family members, and active exercise can be carried out after the condition gradually recovers, such as leg lifting, arm lifting, and upper and lower limb flexion and extension training. Swelling of the hands and feet during stroke recovery, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time, under the guidance of the doctor to carry out reasonable treatment and rehabilitation.