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I get really tight calves after hot baths or showers. i'm a dancer, and while in a hot bath or shower my legs feel better, but after it hurts. wh?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Heat increases swell: Heat can increase swelling because it increases the blood flow. After dancing you might try the strategy of icing your legs and. This may decrease the swelling.

Answered 12/18/2017

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A member asked:

I get really tight calves after hot baths or showers. i'm a dancer, and while in a hot bath or shower my legs feel better, but after it hurts. wh?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

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