What can be done to reduce the swelling of the calf

If the calves are swollen, the swelling can be reduced by several methods, as follows: First, elevate the lower limbs: the use of gravity to eliminate leg and foot swelling, generally for 3-5 consecutive days, the effect is obvious. Second, move the joints: actively move the ankle joints and toes, and contract the calf muscles and thigh muscles, which can accelerate blood circulation in the lower limbs and improve local swelling. Third, continuous hot compress treatment: the temperature is controlled at 40-42℃, which can accelerate blood circulation and improve local swelling symptoms. Fourth, drug treatment: such as Mai Zhi Ling tablets and Veritin, can improve the swelling of lower limbs. Through the above methods to comprehensive treatment, calf swelling symptoms will soon be relieved. Patients should usually avoid prolonged standing and sitting, strengthen leg muscle strength and intensity training, promote blood circulation in the lower limbs, and prevent the recurrence of swelling symptoms.