Edema - Remedies for Edema or Swelling of the ankles or legs

some common remedies to overcome edema or leg swelling

-Raise your legs above your heart while lying down
-Exercise your legs. This helps pump fluid from your legs back to your heart
-Follow a low-salt diet, which may reduce fluid buildup and swelling
-Wear support stockings (sold at most drug and medical supply stores)
-When traveling, take breaks often to stand up and move around
-Avoid wearing tight clothing or garters around your thighs
-Lose weight if you need to
-Never stop taking any medicines you think may be causing swelling without first talking to your doctor