The swelling of legs in pregnancy It is one of the most common discomforts, which, despite not being serious if there are no other symptoms, if it is a cause of discomfort for pregnant women. Its causes are different but should be, as far as possible, avoided with some simple rules of personal care.
The blood that circulates through the legs has to return upwards, and that is hindered by a main cause: being many hours standing or sitting without moving. To improve in these cases it is important to take some measures that will improve the general condition.
If the problem is to spend many hours on foot, it is necessary to find the time to sit with the legs supported higher than the hip, preferably every hour. Even if that is not possible, you can try to improve the venous return by standing on tiptoe, because the calf muscles press the veins to improve circulation.
If, on the contrary, the problem is sitting too long, the body must also be given the chance to recover. Travel to transport media that prevent movement and work must be avoided as much as possible, as well as getting used to getting up and moving, as well as avoiding uncomfortable footwear and socks that tighten on the calf with the rubber.
When sleeping, if we suffer swelling of legs in pregnancy, it is convenient to lift the feet of the bed about ten or fifteen centimeters. And also, stay properly hydrated, eat fiber to avoid constipation and alternate in the shower cold water with warm legs.
Swimming, yoga, walking and cycling can help us a lot to improve our state as well.
If we also have varicose veins, the problem can be aggravated and, in addition to being painful, have health consequences. In that case and also if the inconvenience of the swelling of legs in pregnancy, persist even if we do not have varicose veins, it is convenient to consult with the doctor so that he can give us a professional orientation.
