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If I sit, my feet go numb, and they don't wake up

Healthy Living | Last Active: Apr 7, 2021 | Replies (6)

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I think the bloodflow stops if I sit. How do you manage not to sit/stand?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 7, 2021

@feetnumb, A lot of times if I'm sitting I make sure my feet are either flat on the floor or elevated level or higher than my chair to make the blood flow easier. I also make sure I stand for a few minutes every hour. My daily routine includes some walking around the house and yard, and riding an exercise bike along with some other minor stretching exercises. Do you think you are having trouble with blood flowing to your legs? Have you talked to your doctor about it?