I have edema, would a moderate to high level of fitness – decrease or eliminate the leg swelling?

42 y.o. white female. Reasonably active (gardening, regular walks), but not “in shape”. BMI 25.0. BP between 110-120/60-75. HR in the 80ies. Cholesterol 145, triglycerides 40, HDL 57, LDL 75, HbA1C 5.4. All bloodwork WNL except for ApoB of 58 and Lp-PLA2 of 212.27. Conscientious eater – I eat 3-5 cups of fruit/vegs a day, I avoid simple carbs, I eat lean meat. I have started getting edema in my lower legs when I wear socks. I know to limit salt, elevate legs, etc. My question: will getting into “shape” – a moderate to high level of fitness – decrease or eliminate the leg swelling?

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Ahmed Fawzy
1:01 pm

Yes strengthening your calf muscles along with cardiomuscular exercise can eliminate your oedema completely

Good Luck

Ayman Darrag
2:16 pm

You can use ankle push ups to help venous return.
Limiting sodium and increasing potassium also helps..banana and water intake.
Elevation of leg when possible above heart level.

MAHAVEER PATIL
5:23 am

hi
yes,moderate level fitness regime will definitely help reduce the swelling.
start with minimum exercises and then gradually increase as tolerated.
thanks

shw12
6:14 am

HI
MILD TO MODERATE LEVEL OF FITNESS CAN ALLEVIATE THE SYMPTOMS AND REDUCE THE SWELLING TO A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT.
IF THE BODY RESPONDS,IT MAY EVEN ELIMINATE THE SWELLING COMPLETELY.

shalini p
7:31 am

hello there
mild to moderate fitness may reduce or increase the swelling depending upon the cause.
local ankle related swelling may increase,while swelling due to other causes may gradually reduce.