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Some people experience that their feet or legs may begin to swell. Sometimes this is in the early morning and throughout the day progressively becomes worse. This is known as edema. Edema is when fluid is retained in the spaces that are between the body cells. Because the feet and ankles are at the lowest level of the body, they tend to be impacted more than in other areas. Relief from the swelling is important. Some sufferers of this condition, our relieving their muscle stiffness with a massage chair.

Certain conditions can cause edema. If you are pregnant, have PMS, abuse drugs or have certain neuromuscular disorders than a symptom can be edema. The edema can also result from certain disorders of the kidneys, the liver, and the heart.

Edema can typically affect the feet, ankles and the lower legs. These areas will tend to accumulate more fluid due to their relative positions when sitting and standing. Edema has also been known to impact other areas of the body. When this occurs a can have systemic symptoms.

One of the most noticeable symptoms of edema is when the feet and calves swell. Sufferers note that swelling in the morning is minimal. They notice with increased activity that the swelling will increase as the day progresses. This can affect their mobility as the swelling causes increased stiffness.

Sufferers of edema note that there legs will swell during the day. When starting their day, the swelling may not be too noticeable. However with increased activity during the day, they may experience greater swelling and the feet and areas.

Persons suffering from long-term edema may have what is called pitting. Pitting can be checked when you press a small area for a few seconds. Once you release your finger you may notice an indentation continues in that area. This needs to be checked as continued swelling can cause skin ulcerations.

As edema progresses other symptoms may begin. Often headaches, high blood pressure, swollen hands and more urination are reported. The retention of fluid in these areas causes the body to be in to become out of balance. People may often gain extra weight as well.

Preventing edema is always the best measure, but seeking relief is also a good alternative. Since you are dealing with swelling, elevating the legs is always important. When you elevate the legs above the level of the heart, this puts minimal pressure on the back of the knees and thighs.

You may also try leg wedges to elevate the feet while sleeping. Make sure that your feet fit well in your shoes and there are even supports socks. When you are trying to choose some shoes, just make sure you try them in the late afternoon. If you try them in the morning and your feet swell then they will not fit well in the afternoon.

Compression massages have been used to help reduce the swelling associated with edema. A compression massage uses inflatable airbags to provide a firm pressure. This helps to relieve tension to reduce the stiffness.

Many massage chairs have lower body air compression massages. A leg rest contains a number of airbags to provide a gentle hold and squeeze massage. These airbags are designed for the feet and calves. This can be great relief for someone with stiff joints and muscles.

Your best bet is to start by asking your medical provider what treatments are available for you. Your doctor can get your properly diagnosed and then recommend treatment options. Ask how a massage chair can provide you with frequent and consistent massage therapy relief in your own home.

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