Judy Judy Judy (as Bette Davis would say).. I hear you.

Compression stockings or wraps is the better answer. Message is great, but can also cause Phlabitus(sp). Stretching exercises, if you can find a way to do them, are also helpful.

Another one, I like, to get the blood moving, is to sit, put your legs up and out flat on something and pull your butt checks up tight, hold and release....repeat...

While you are in that position, put your hands on your legs and slide them slowly to your toes, stretching your back and calf muscles.

I hope this helps a little..