Varicose veins and venous insufficiency can cause blood flow in your leg veins to slow, which results in swelling. Compression stockings can stimulate blood flow, improving circulation and reducing swelling. Wear compression stockings until you see a significant improvement in your legs, or as advised by your doctor.  Purchase compression stockings at medical supply stores or online. Be sure to remove your compression stockings at the end of each day to wash and dry them before wearing them again. Raising your legs above your heart will reduce pain and pressure in your legs due to vein problems. Aim to have your feet at least 6 inches (15 cm) above your heart. Use pillows to prop up your legs if necessary. Do this as often as you can, at home or in other relaxed locations such as the beach. Heat can cause increased blood flow in your blood vessels, making varicose veins and other vein problems worse. Avoid very hot showers and baths, sitting near a campfire or heater, or using a heat pack. If your legs feel hot, swollen, or hurt, apply a cool compress as needed to make them more comfortable. Some vein problems seem minor but may develop into a bigger problem. While milder issues like varicose veins, for instance, are sometimes just an aesthetic issue, they may also indicate a serious condition like deep vein thrombosis. See your doctor as soon as possible if you notice:  Swelling in your legs, especially if 1 is swollen more than the other Intense calf pain Skin discoloration Open sores Dry, thin skin

Summary: Wear compression stockings to reduce swelling in your legs. Elevate your legs above your heart when sitting or lying down at home. Keep your legs cool to avoid worsening symptoms. Contact your doctor if you notice signs of serious vein damage.


People who email, call, or text you asking questions that are already in the ad are likely not very serious buyers. Look for buyers who ask specific questions and seem to have a basic knowledge of motorcycles. Ensure they have cash to offer before agreeing to let them look at the bike. Beware of scams, such as people who want you to ship or deliver the bike without first paying for it. Arrange to meet potential buyers at a time that works with their schedule, which may mean rearranging your own plans. It’s a good idea to meet potential buyers in a public place, like a supermarket, rather than at your home. Choose a spot within walking distance of your home or office, or ask a friend to come along with their car, in case you make a sale. Some buyers will want to ride the bike in addition to inspecting it before they make a purchase. It’s your decision whether or not to let them, but if you agree, you’ll need to make sure they have a motorcycle license or endorsement first. They also need to wear a motorcycle helmet that’s been approved by the Department of Transportation, if you’re in the U.S. It’s a good idea to ask test-riders for collateral—holding onto a copy of their license and the amount of cash you’re asking for the bike is advised. When someone shows up to look at the bike and has the right amount of cash on hand, you can finalize the deal. Be sure to shake on it and write up a bill of sale that includes the new owner’s name and contact information. Remove the license plate and keep the registration card for the bike. Provide the new owner with the keys, the title to the motorcycle, and any other pertinent documents (like the manual or maintenance records). Be sure to let the buyer know that the deal is final, and you aren’t responsible for any issues that may arise in the future.

Summary: Vet potential buyers. Make time to meet with potential buyers. Allow buyers to test-ride the bike, if desired. Accept the best offer.


Before you touch the animal and try to move him, you should observe him from a distance. Look to see if the animal breathing normally. This means he is taking one breath every three to four seconds. Also notice if he is trying to get up and if so, watch to see if you can tell if his legs are damaged. If he doesn't try to get up, look for obvious injuries such as broken bones sticking through the skin, any excessive or noticeable bleeding, or the presence of gaping wounds. If you have decided that the animal needs immediate help and there is no emergency services on the way, you can approach the animal. As you approach the animal, you should move slowly and speak reassuringly to the animal. The animal will be scared and in pain, so calming tones will work best. Depending on the kind of animal or his size, you need to approach him in different ways.  For a small, cat-sized animal, use a blanket or a coat to throw over the animal. This should prevent the cat or other small animal from turning and biting or lashing out with claws while you help him. You have a couple of different options for a dog. You should assume the dog will bite. You can throw the blanket over the dog's head, so his teeth are covered. What might work best, however, is to wrap a tie or a bandage around the dog's muzzle as a makeshift muzzle. Once the mouth is out of action, it is safer to examine the animal's injuries.  No matter what method you use, make sure the animal can breath and you don't jostle him around too much. If you have to make a muzzle, make sure he has enough room left to pant and breath. The animal that you hit may go into shock. Animals can die from shock, even if they don't have physical injuries. Watch to see if he is panting, which is a sign of pain and shock. Other signs of shock include collapse, weakness, rapid breathing, pale gums, cold paws, slow capillary refill time, and lack of response to stimulus. If you see the animal in shock, you may need to help him on site before you take him to get help. Only do this is you feel it is necessary to save the animal's life. By the roadside, the amount of help you can give against shock is limited. In practical terms, the best you can do is keep the animal warm and get to professional help as soon as possible. Animals in shock have cold extremities because their circulation is struggling. If it is safe to touch the animal, you need to feel the temperature of the animal's paws. If they feel cool to the touch, he is suffering from chills and you need to wrap him up.  For a domesticated animal with no obvious external injuries that need attention, cover the animal with a car rug, your coat, or a blanket. If the animal is small, wrap the coat right around the animal to insulate him from the ground. Never give pain relief medication to the dog. His body, especially in shock, will not absorb the medication and  the drug will sit in his gut. This can cause serious gastric ulceration which could be life threatening further down the line. If the animal is bleeding or has an injury which need stabilizing, cover as much of the animal as you can. You should leave the bleeding area exposed for you to work on. If the wild animal seems dazed but has obvious external injuries, try to keep him warm while you wait for emergency services. Don't try to fix his wounds. If he is not recovering and remains dazed, his best chance of survival is being treated by a wildlife rehabilitation officer. If there is no help on the way, you need to transport the animal to the nearest facility. If the animal is merely winded, he may try to get up after a few minutes and wander off. Do not try to stop him. His best bet for survival is to stay on his territory in the wild. He has a den out there and knows where the resources are. Removing him unnecessarily could make it difficult for him to slot back in when released.
Summary: Assess the injuries. Approach the animal. Look for signs of shock. Cover him up. Care for a wild animal.