Why do long periods of sitting or standing cause our legs and ankles to swell?
What will be an ideal response?
Blood flow in the veins depends partly on our voluntary motions. When we move, our muscle contractions squeeze blood along the veins. Without this motion, blood collects in our lower extremities such as the legs and ankles.
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