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Research Notes on How to Reduce Swelling in the Foot


Feet can swell for many different reasons. There are internal ways to prevent feet from swelling like reducing salt intake or taking diuretics, if prescribed by a doctor, which can draw excess fluid out of cellular tissue.1

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  • There are several external measures which may reduce or prevent feet from swelling:
    • Soak feet in cold water1
    • Elevate feet and legs1
    • Sit down and remove shoes and socks1

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Research Notes References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 eHow: How to Prevent Feet from Swelling

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