Circulation Boosters

[ethelburga]

I'm thinking of. Getting one of these as stated to get such uncomfortably cold feet. Has anyone any experience of these devices and any recommendations?

[LazyGun]

I have heard some people say it has helped them, but there is little in the way of scientific evidence to demonstrate that benefit, and they are relatively expensive for what they are.

You could get the same benefit by wiggling your toes and clenching and unclenching your calf muscles, or even taking some regular exercise - all of which are bit less expensive ;)

There are some tips at this link talking about measures to warm up cold feet that you might feel of interest, ethel.

http://www.diabetesmonitor.com/supplies/foot-care/diabetes-and-cold-feet.htm

If you have tried these, and are still not getting any relief then it might be worth giving the circulation boosters a go :)

[ethelburga]

Thanks got the info. Still can't decide to buy the item. Like so many things like it...it may become a none day wonder!

[Sqad]

You have to be quite clear in your own mind as to what you expect from these "boosters."

Reduce the swelling, reduce the pain or perhaps in your case to warm your feet.

Let us take your case....cold feet that need warming. This may be due to reduced blood flow to your extremities and any help to increase the blood flow would be helpful.

However the "boosters" as I understand, increase the venous return back from your legs......which isn't your problem. Your problem being to increase the blood flow to your feet........which boosters do not do.

Don't waste your money.............unless you want to ;-)

[woofgang]

Its an old remedy, but if you are allowed it, a little alcohol can help to dilate the blood vessels in the extremities and improve circulation. Spicy food can help as well.

[Sqad]

woofy...;-)

[woofgang]

Sqad, if it works and isn't going to make the patient worse then why not?? :)

[ethelburga]

Thanks for all those answers! I'm not going to buy one and suppose circulation exercises are the answer for the moment.