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edema "swelling" in your legs and feet can be caused by many things - It
 can be very serious, and can cause blood clots, which can kill you.

You should see a doctor to determine the cause, and to get the best
treatment.

Treatments.

1) The simplest treatments are dirueretics - Lasix was originally used
for treating swollen legs in race horses.  It, or other diuretics can
help quite a bit
2) taping.  Cardiologists often recommend wrapping a wide Ace bandage
tightly, beginning at the ankle and wrapping up to the top of the calf.
 THIS can also force the fluid out of the tissue, and get the tissue
back into shape.
3) Tubular bandages.  Orthopods seem to prefer tubular bandages.  It is
also used in many other countries.  These are rolls of mesh.  You cut a
piece to fit from your foot up your leg to over the calf.  like
stockings and wrapping, but lighter and more comfortable
4) Stockings, preferable TENS, but also support stockings.

These are a few ideas, but edema can mask something really nasty, so DO
check with a physician.