does it help swelling?
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After wearing Tommie Copper knee sleeve for a week, the swelling went down and the pain became tolerable.
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It does slightly massage an ankle but the entire unit is not worth the price, in my opinion. It does not go around the leg when it is swollen, so what's the point? My husband recently needed to use it so we tied it on with string since the velcro wouldn't match up and it helped a little. I suppose it is better than nothing but I've been massaging his legs and feet by hand and it's about the same. Remember, if you buy this, you cannot return it.
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Hello Howard. I am not a physician, nor am I a professional physical therapy person. Therefore, I strongly suggest you discuss the swollen ankles problem with your doctor. He/she can make recommendations. I pray for your well-being.
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My vein problem was different. My cardiologist tried this to reduce edema from pooling blood in ankles, hoping to make the blood circulate better. It did make a slight difference in a couple weeks, but nothing remarkable.
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I really can't help you with that question. I take the pills to keep my ankles from swelling and they do help for that.
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yes, my personal trainer recommended it for my soreness from lifting weights in the gym. it lasts longer than biofreeze or any other over the counter rubs.
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i am not a vet,but i am sure it will provide some relief and perhaps help it to heal faster.hope this helps.
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YES, you could put it on your thumb, but they don't offer much support. it would be good padding though and it would keep your thumb warm. It would also provide some pressure but not sure if it would be enough to help swelling if your thumb was recently displaced
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I think not, because the media makes a stress on the foot and that should not help your swelling, I recommend you consult your doctor
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It could help. I bought one for my wife who had a sore on her bottom and it helped take the pressure off the sensitive area. Since pain is pain anything that helps eliminate some pain may help a lot.
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Mine was fairly swollen and it just barely fit around but there is an adjustable strap on top. You just might have the lower strap stick to your skin or sock if it won't fit all the way around. However, this was one of the largest ones I found and the others were way too tight, especially the stretchy sock style.
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I don't really know if it will help your particular situation. I know that when I'm suffering from knee strain, it makes my knee feel snug and warm, which seems to lessen the discomfort over time. It's not a miracle cure, but it helps. Good luck to you!
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Yes I believe it will be helpful. I had an injured knee on top of the normal arthitis pain and as a consequence the knee hurt at rest or in movement. Someone recommended Kytta Salbe and it was wonderful. I keep it in my handbag in case there is a flare up.
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Marguerite, since your situation involves several surgeries, I would consult with your doctor on this. It worked for my knee, but then my knee was just sore and my situation did not involve surgery. Make sure that if you use this cream it will not complicate any recovery for you. Take care.
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This will not raise up high enough to keep your feet at the level of your bottom--but it should keep your thighs parallel to the seat instead of them hanging down and putting pressure on the backs of your legs--which can also affect swelling. It has really helped me with back pain from sitting extended periods for work.
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No this machine doesn't do that. It's just used to reduce inflammation and speed healing.
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I wear this brace when I sleep sometimes. This brace is a compression brace and it works by reducing swelling in the joint. By reducing the swelling it reduces pain. It does also give support but I would not say thats it's main purpose. With that in mind it does not take much to reduce swelling and should not be tight. I found the longer I wore the brace the better my knees were and felt. If the brace was too tight I would not be comfortable wearing it for extended periods of time. I think a good way to judge the right pressure is.... You should not notice an obvious mark or difference in thickness of your leg above or below the brace where it ends. There should not be a bulge above or below... and even after removing there shouldnt be a noticeable mark. This brace has made a world of difference for me and actually returned my knees to a normal looking knee as the swelling in them from injuries and lymes disease. I am 45 and very athletic. I still cant run anymore but atleast I can move again and hope to run again someday. For now I cycle. Good luck! ps. I you are a guy you will probably go to tight. Men seem to believe if a little is good... Alot must be better. LOL NO NO NO!!!