How To Treat Venous Insufficiency

Maintain Regular Movement

Individuals with venous insufficiency should maintain regular movement throughout the day, as prolonged sitting and a lack of physical exercise can make symptoms significantly worse. The valves that help shunt deoxygenated blood through the low-pressure venous system take a lot of assistance from the skeletal muscles of the legs. When individuals exercise, even just lightly, the muscles of the lower legs squeeze the veins deep within. The extra muscular boost helps keep blood flowing upward and reduces the pressure placed on already faulty valves.

Everyone should aim to walk for thirty minutes daily several days per week. If an individual prefers a faster pace, bike riding, stationary cycling, or swimming are excellent ways to keep blood flowing and will help build leg muscle tone as well, a continuous source of lower leg pressure. If an individual is on a long car or plane trip, they should be sure to take regular leg-stretching breaks to prevent ankle swelling, cramping, and blood clots.

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