My feet swells when i sit long hour before computer

@asmurthy (2461)
India
June 15, 2007 11:57pm CST
I sit 4 to 5 hours in front computer. My feet get swollen. What could be the problem? I am not diabetes and i have no BP. What should i do. Are there any exercises to get rid of swollen feet?
4 responses
@d00d00 (826)
• Hong Kong
16 Jun 07
i think it's due to blood pooling in your legs, since you are sitting in front of the computer for long hours. to enhance the circulation to your legs, do some leg exercises. flexing your feet, doing a circular motion with your feet can enhance circulation. also, try taking breaks every hour. stand up and walk a few minutes. while working, you can alos elevate your legs, maybe on a foot stool. but if you think something is really wrong, try and consult your physician. hope eveything will turn out fine. have a great day! =D
@asmurthy (2461)
• India
16 Jun 07
I will try the exercises you mentioned. Otherwise i will see a doctor. Thanks for your response.
@FSCAries (881)
• United States
16 Jun 07
I think it's probably from poor circulation. Do your feet ever fall asleep when you are sitting in front of your computer? Maybe you should try putting your feet up and/or taking breaks and walking around a bit.
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@asmurthy (2461)
• India
16 Jun 07
May be poor circulation. I will follow your suggestion. Thanks for your reply.
@Aurone (4755)
• United States
16 Jun 07
Another good exercise for that is to lay on your back with one leg in the air and do circular motions with your foot. Then repeat on the other side. This helps the blood that had pooled in your feet to go back to the heart. If this happens to you a lot then its time to visit the doctor.
@Nardz13 (5055)
• New Zealand
18 Jun 07
Hi there. Some simple exercise for this is to get up out of your seat and take a walk around the place, so your blood flows, better still you should just go and seek proffessional medical help. Goodluck with your feet...