These small changes can reduce pain and delay additional damage.

• Take short walk breaks when standing or sitting for long periods of time.
• Avoid crossing your legs when sitting.
• Keep your legs raised when sitting and sleeping (When you can, raise your legs above the level of your heart.)
• Exercise your legs.
• If you are overweight, try to lose weight.
• Avoid wearing tight clothes.
• Avoid wearing high heels.
• Try compression stockings to keep blood from pooling and to decrease swelling.