Bath and sauna for varicose veins of the lower extremities

The benefits of going to the bathhouse for varicose veins

It turns out that the main method of preventing vascular malaise is temperature stimulation.
The bath is useful, and varicose veins are not a hindrance. On the contrary, the atmosphere of heat and humidity has a beneficial effect on the condition of the lower extremities.

The whole secret of sauna bathing is in the contact method of delivery. The body is in direct contact with water and steam.

For contrast dousing, heat and cold are used. Thus, forcing the body to actively excite biochemical processes.

For stimulation to be beneficial, you must adhere to the following basic rules:

• go on a similar rest before a meal;
• Before the steam room, be sure to douse your body with warm water;
• since soap degreases the skin, there is no need to use it for bathing before going to the bathhouse, since high temperatures negatively affect the body;
• put a special cap on your head;
• If you are a beginner, then you cannot stay in the steam room for more than 5 minutes.

The Russian bath is beneficial only for preventive purposes; in other cases it is better not to risk it.

How to eat?

Before calculating nutritional norms, you should make sure that the body properly absorbs foods. Diseases of the stomach, intestines, and liver must be treated, since their condition is affected by the excess or deficiency of many important substances, and blood viscosity depends on the condition of the liver. Thick blood itself can be the cause of varicose veins, hence the dietary recommendations:

• Vitamins C, E and P are welcome;
• Blood thinning products are recommended (ginger, beets, tomatoes, cherries, dried fruits, etc.);
• Maintain a drinking regime, avoiding dehydration (30 ml per 1 kg of body weight per day for clean water and more for liquids), but do not bring yourself to edema;
• Increase in the diet the number of dishes with a high percentage of digestible dietary fiber (fiber), since they produce elastin, which is necessary for the strength of the walls of blood vessels;
• All foods that lead to weight gain or the formation of cholesterol plaques must be excluded from the diet, which is why it is recommended to more often eat seafood containing PUFAs (Omega-3), which promote the resorption of cholesterol, and digestible amino acids;

For the same reasons, you should avoid dishes with a high content of gelatin and reduce the consumption of spices such as salt (promotes swelling) and horseradish.

The effect of heat on affected veins

The steam room for varicose veins is generally a contraindication.
This is primarily due to the blood supply in the lower extremities. Thermal effects affect not only healthy, but also diseased capillaries, it expands them.

Due to the increase in BCC, each channel is forced to function in an emergency active mode. The affected area feels an incredibly large load at this moment.

The limited amount of residence time allows the veins to cope with the additional load. But over time, this will still lead to pathological changes.

Venous nodes will become noticeable on the lower leg, which, subsequently, due to a decrease in thermoregulation, expanded their walls and lost their elasticity.

If you have already noticed the prerequisites for the development of the disease, the effect of heat will not be a prevention, but rather a provoking factor.

How does a bath act on blood vessels?

The air temperature in the steam room of a classic Russian bath rises to 60-70°C, and humidity - up to 90%. These values ​​are close to natural conditions and are well tolerated by a healthy body. Hot, humid air starts the process of redistributing blood supply to the arms and legs. The vessels dilate, the volume of circulating blood increases, and accordingly, the load on the veins and arteries increases. For healthy vessels, such a load does not pose a problem, but veins affected by varicose veins “delegate” it to the deep venous trunks. Frequent visits to the bathhouse with varicose veins provoke damage not only to the superficial, but also to the deep veins: their walls thicken and lose elasticity.

Rules for visiting a steam room for varicose veins

Is it possible to steam with varicose veins? It is possible if it does not happen often and using technology. In general, it is better to consult a doctor.

As already mentioned, above, the main rules for going to a bathhouse are an empty stomach and swimming in hot water before the steam room.

Besides:

• do not sit out in the steam room;
• for better removal of toxins, you can drink fruit and vegetable juices;
• linden tea helps for rapid sweating;
• in the steam room, take a lying position so that the blood flow remains active;
• complete the procedure with a contrast shower.

Is it possible to go to the sauna

Many people do not understand whether there is a difference between establishments where they take thermal baths. There are definitely differences - the temperature is too high.

A sauna for varicose veins has no indications or contraindications. This is clearly an incompatible procedure with this pathology.

Dry indoor air and temperature negatively affect blood vessels. Due to the negative process, the likelihood of blood clots increases.

Experts have found a solution for sauna lovers. You can not deny yourself pleasure, even with such a diagnosis. There is a sauna that maintains temperature and humidity using infrared rays.

In some cases, such a system is a prevention of varicose veins.

Is it possible to visit the hammam

Turkish bath - hammam is much softer than others.
A stay in this establishment has a minimum number of disadvantages compared to other steam rooms. Under certain conditions, even pregnant women can stay there.

Naturally, there are diseases that have absolute contraindications to bathing in a Turkish hammam. However, varicose veins are not one of them.

If the disease is not in an advanced stage, otherwise it is prohibited, then you can visit the hammam without getting carried away.

Mandatory conditions in the steam room are safety precautions.

It is necessary to place your feet on the wall in the steam room and take the procedures in this way. During cooling, be sure to move and walk.

Who should not attend the procedure?

Everyone has long known that the thermal effect of heat helps the body become stronger, remove toxins, and so on. However, enthusiasm for such methods does not always lead to positive effects.

Sometimes people with a number of pathologies do not even think about how they aggravate their condition with high temperatures.

The most serious contraindications are for the cardiovascular system. She gets the highest blow when visiting the sauna.

Additional vessels are added to the blood circulation, which normally do not participate in the process.

The skin activates capillaries, pulse and heartbeat become higher than normal.

In fact, the circulatory system takes on an additional function in the body, regulating metabolic processes. That is why there is no need to take risks and visit steam rooms if you have heart failure.

The respiratory system is also vulnerable to thermal stress. We know about a number of positive procedures that, on the contrary, help get rid of many diseases.

If you have certain diseases, you cannot stay in the steam room. Namely: oncology, tuberculosis, bronchiectasis.

For any acute or chronic kidney or liver deficiencies, it is prohibited to go to saunas. Such pathologies include: nephritis, inflammation of the genitourinary system, hydronephrosis, tumors.

For the digestive system, thermal measures will have a very beneficial effect only if the diseases do not have exacerbations.

In chronic forms, ulcers, tumors, hepatitis, it is prohibited to be in overheating mode.

Skin with rashes, defects, wounds and other various ailments do not allow a person to independently decide to use thermal procedures.

In general, any acute health deviations are a signal that thermal procedures are prohibited.

You can't take a steam bath

On a full and empty stomach. You need to eat an hour or an hour after the bath.

While intoxicated. High temperatures cause intoxication faster, and alcohol impairs coordination, which can lead to injuries and burns.

Do not try to stay in it for more than the time that your body can tolerate.

Do not stand under ice water after a steam room. For an unprepared person, a sudden change in temperature can result in sudden cardiac arrest.

In between visits to the steam room you need to drink, preferably herbal tea. This compensates for fluid loss.

Possible complications of the disease if the rules of visiting the bathhouse are not followed

With relative contraindications, you can soar your legs with varicose veins.
But at the same time, you must strictly adhere to the rules of visiting this establishment. Otherwise, serious complications may arise, namely:

• blockage of the capillaries will occur due to blood thickening. The transport function of blood vessels is impaired. Thrombosis can be fatal;
• a blood clot can break off and remain in the general bloodstream. This leads to a change in the distance between the vessels, that is, the lumen decreases. An ischemic condition develops.

Based on the consequences, it is clear that varicose veins are a rather serious pathology.

It is necessary to direct all efforts to ensure that the disease does not progress, but proceeds with minimal damage to health.

If there is a history of poor functioning of the venous valves, it is better to find an alternative activity that will bring pleasure and maximum benefit.

We fight varicose veins

November 28, 2011, 08:25

Varicose veins are not just a cosmetic defect. This is a pathological process, against the background of which thrombophlebitis often occurs - inflammation of the inner wall of the vein, leading to the formation of blood clots. Most often, obese women, pregnant women and those who spend a lot of time on their feet suffer from varicose veins, but the disease also occurs in those who do not fall into these groups. How important is genetic factor in the development of varicose veins? What physical activity will help prevent disease? How long can you stay on your feet? Are special stockings effective? Marina Makarova, Candidate of Medical Sciences, head of the exercise therapy department of the Center for Restorative Medicine and Rehabilitation of the Treatment and Rehabilitation Center of the Ministry of Health and Social Development of Russia, answers these and other questions.

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• Legs
• Makarova
• Circulation

Irinushka Very often there is advice when varicose veins begin to take a contrast shower for prevention. I follow this advice - I always do a contrast shower twice a week. I don’t have pronounced varicose veins, but since I used to suffer from excess weight, I have minor problems with my legs. Lately, after a contrast shower, I feel a nagging, aching pain in my legs, especially in the thighs, like after a long walk or a long stay in a sitting position. Should I stop taking contrast showers? Does this mean that I am getting worse and should I see a phlebologist now? Is it even possible to take a contrast shower if you already have varicose veins, even in the initial stages? Thank you!

Go to a phlebologist or vascular surgeon and get examined. A specialist, having information about your condition, will be able to give recommendations on the use of a contrast shower. In your case, you need to visit a neurologist too: the pain you experience may indicate the development of osteochondrosis.

Ksenia Savchuk Hello, Marina! I have chronic venous insufficiency. It is inconvenient because in summer, in warm and hot weather, the legs become heavy and hurt. I regularly take Phlebodia courses, when I have heavy loads on my legs and when moving, I wear compression stockings, swim in the pool, when it’s hot, I pour cold water on my legs, and I try to lie down with my legs elevated during the day. Dousing only helps for a while. Despite all this, an enlarged vein appeared on the ankle. The situation is complicated by the fact that in hot weather with open clothes, wearing compression hosiery is very uncomfortable, and even impossible on vacation when going to the beach. The question is: how else can you help yourself, especially in summer, and prevent varicose veins?

You are doing everything absolutely right. In summer, swim more and try not to put too much strain on your legs in the heat.

Inna Hello Marina Rostislavovna. I am 49 years old, weight 97 kg. I lead a fairly active lifestyle - for example, I often ride a bike (20-100 km a day). Sometimes you feel heaviness in your legs, but the doctor did not find any signs of varicose veins, although there is pathology. Is it worth it now to start wearing compression stockings or knee socks for prevention (sedentary work).

Unfortunately, you did not write what pathology it is. Therefore it is impossible to answer your question. It is better to consult your doctor about the need to wear compression garments: he will know what your symptoms are.

Nadezhda Hello! I am 43 years old, for two years I have had heavy legs, slight swelling of the ankles, and my legs “hum.” A consultation with a vascular surgeon in 2010, his conclusion was that the Giacomini vein did not stick together in childhood, and recommended sclerosis of these veins on both legs. I refused, is it necessary to do this? My mother suffered from deep vein varicose veins and thrombophlebitis. Another question: I exercise on a treadmill and exercise bike 3 times a week for 40 minutes, is this harmful? Thank you!

If it is isolated varicose veins, why not remove the vein? If you control the situation, physical activity can continue. However, only a phlebologist can give you a final conclusion.

YULIA Hello, Marina, I am 19 years old, height 163 cm, weight 50 kg. I am developing varicose veins, I was dancing from the age of 4 to 18, and now I have a very active job. Varicose veins have been developing for a long time; relatives on both sides also suffer from varicose veins. What can you advise me to avoid starting the process?

People with good flexibility and mobility are also characterized by elasticity of the vascular wall, leading to varicose veins. You can stop the process of its development by improving the condition of your muscles, but not through dancing, but through swimming, Pilates, gymnastics and yoga. You need activities that don't put vertical stress on your legs.

Mikhail Hello! I am 27 years old, height 171 cm, weight 60 kg. About 9-10 years ago, varicose veins appeared on my right leg on the inside of the knee. It doesn’t cause me any trouble and I only remember about it when I see it in the mirror. I lead a normal lifestyle, I don’t experience much physical activity, I try to walk more. In the army, where physical the loads are quite impressive, varicose veins have not progressed. Please tell me where could varicose veins come from at such an early age with a normal height and weight ratio?

Varicose veins are an inherited condition. To prevent it from progressing, lead the lifestyle that you lead. Most dangerous

for veins those loads that are performed during the period of lowest muscle tone.
It comes in the late evening and at night
. So, to prevent varicose veins, it is very important to maintain a sleep-wake schedule.

Tatyana Hello, I am 30 years old. The first vein (small) appeared under my right knee at the age of 17 and it didn’t bother me anymore, I didn’t even notice it. Over the past 3 years, I have gained 15 kg, and I noticed that every year the veins on my right leg spread almost to the calf and the mesh is already visible from above, on the left only one vein is visible.. When I drink Venoruton and apply the gel, the veins become less noticeable, but As soon as I stop drinking and smearing, after a month everything is clearly visible again. I don’t have any pain or discomfort, I’m only worried about the aesthetic side. The question is how much do capsules and ointments help reduce varicose veins? Is there any reason? and daily contrast shower, can I use it? Or is everything useless and can only be surgically removed?

Phlebotonic drugs help cope with the symptoms of diseases, such as edema. Unfortunately, there are currently no drugs for the treatment of varicose veins

does not exist. All of them act symptomatically and can only temporarily and slightly improve the condition of the legs. You need to normalize your weight and increase physical activity.

Valeria Hello, Marina! I am 32 years old. On the back of my left leg there is something resembling a star, only the wreaths are bluish. Could this be a sign of future varicose veins? And in general, can I undergo some kind of examination in order to identify this disease as early as possible? Where should I go for this? We live in the Moscow region, Naro-Fominsk. And another question: Can bioepilation with warm wax lead to varicose veins? Thank you in advance.

Bioepilation cannot lead to this disease, since the effect is on different layers and areas of the body. Spider veins have nothing to do with varicose veins

. These diseases can develop independently of each other. If there is one, it is not a fact that the other will develop.

Nadezhda Doctor, help! What to do? After three venectomy operations on the left leg, the leg became larger in volume than the right, all the way from hip to ankle, there were two pregnancies, the veins continue to pop out. At first there was only the left leg, after the second pregnancy the right leg began to have veins. Parents also have varicose veins, what to do with the changed volume of the leg. Thank you! Hoping for an answer, Nadya

No recommendations can be given in this case. Your problem requires an in-person appointment with a phlebologist.

Vasilisa I don’t have bulging veins and almost no spider veins, but they are very close, the skin is thin and they are very visible on my legs. In hot weather, the legs buzz and get tired quickly, becoming more noticeable. How can you hide the veins and is it possible to make sure that they are not so close? What is sclerotherapy? Who is it shown to?

You cannot change the location of the veins: these are structural features of your skin and vascular system. Sclerotherapy is the process of “turning off” a vein using certain drugs that stop blood flow in it. If the veins themselves do not bother you, you do not need to do anything.

Dasha Hello! I am 53 years old, weight 92 kg and height 164 cm. I have had varicose veins for 17 years. Doctors insist on removing the veins, but from the experience of one friend with the same problem, I know that the stars come back, so I refuse the operation. Tell me, is there any medication or other way to combat varicose veins? And is using stockings effective?

If we are talking about asterisks, we need to understand that this is a completely independent problem. Yes, unfortunately, the stars are coming back. But if we are talking about varicose veins, it is worth going to the surgeon again and re-discussing the issue of surgery. Your doctor knows how serious your problems are and how they can be treated. In addition, to reduce the load on the veins of the legs, I would recommend reducing weight.

Blue_Hurricane Hello. I am 17 years old, height 176, weight 54. My mother and grandmother have varicose veins. I recently noticed “spider veins” on my legs, below the knee. Please advise what to do to prevent the disease from progressing.

Spider veins are an independent disease that is not related to varicose veins. They can only be removed surgically

, since they are not treated conservatively.

Victoria Hello! I have varicose veins of the internal vein, it’s not even noticeable from the outside, I found out after Dopplerography. I work out in the gym with exercise equipment. My legs don't bother me. I want to know what exercises are contraindicated for this disease? For example, squats with a barbell, etc. Thank you.

For varicose veins, vertical loads should be avoided.

on the veins. To pump up your legs, you're better off doing overhead presses. Consult your trainer: he should suggest how to replace this type of load.

Olga Good afternoon, Marina! I would like to buy a treadmill or elliptical trainer to exercise at home. Is it possible to exercise on these exercise machines if you have varicose veins and which one is better? And also, please tell me, are there any contraindications for sclerotherapy? Do I need to undergo any examination before undergoing this procedure?

Of these two exercise machines, neither can be called the best, because both provide vertical load on the legs. You definitely need to go to a phlebologist and get tested. Then, together with your doctor, you will decide whether you can exercise on these machines in compression stockings or whether you will need other loads. The decision about sclerotherapy is also made by a specialist.

OLGA HELLO MARINA. I AM 22 YEARS OLD, MY LEGS OFTEN HURT AND SMALL VEINS STAND OUT, I'M AFRAID THAT THIS COULD DEVELOP INTO VARICOSIS. The ultrasound gave a negative answer. WHAT COULD BE RELATED TO THE VEINS BEING VISIBLE, AND COULD THIS DEVELOP FOR THE WORSE. DO YOU NEED TO USE ANYTHING RIGHT NOW? THANK YOU VERY MUCH IN ADVANCE

Chances are you spend too much time sitting. You need to move more - at least take a walk every day. Try to find time for this: at your age, the development of varicose veins can be stopped. In addition, you should visit a gynecologist and therapist and get blood tests. There can be many reasons for leg pain.

Dmitry and Hello! I am 25 years old, height 187 cm, weight 85 kg. I developed varicose veins on both legs on the inside of my knee. It doesn’t cause any concern. Recently, I accidentally squatted, apparently somehow damaged a blood vessel, resulting in a bruise. I lead a normal lifestyle, I don’t experience much physical activity, I try to walk more. Please tell me where varicose veins could have come from at such an early age?

The first thing you need to do is see a doctor and get a diagnosis. During heavy loads, try not to get injured. Varicose veins are an inherited disease and its first signs can appear at a very early age.

Ulyana All of my paternal relatives suffer from varicose veins. What is my likelihood of getting sick?

The tendency to dilate veins is inherited

peculiarity. Therefore, if all your relatives had venous pathology, you must keep in mind that it can develop in you too.

Sabina Hello! My mother has varicose veins, quite severe. It arose after the birth of my first child. She is not overweight and at that time she was not. Mother, for prevention, smears her feet with various ointments. Please tell me: medications and ointments that should be used? Is treatment only possible through surgery? Thank you!

These drugs relieve symptoms, but do not get rid of the problem: they do not cure the disease. The decision to operate can only be made by a vascular surgeon.

Sanya I am 28 years old, I lead a healthy lifestyle and am in good shape. But heredity (my dad has thrombophlebitis just against the background of varicose veins) apparently does its thing: the legs swell a lot, ache, small vessels burst, varicose veins are not expressed, but there is clearly a predisposition. The question is this: I do physical activity with loads mainly on my legs: rollerblades, skates, skis, a bicycle, I walk a lot - won’t this aggravate the disease?

You should contact a phlebologist and do Dopplerography of the vessels of the lower extremities. Then the specialist will be able to give you individual recommendations. It is possible that your load is too much for the veins, and you should change the type of load.

Yulyanka Good afternoon! I am 24 years old. I often experience cramps in my calf muscles at night. could this be a symptom of varicose veins? What sports training can serve as prevention? I go to the gym, exercise on an exercise bike for 20 minutes and on a treadmill for 30 minutes (alternating between running and walking). Will physical activity be harmful? Thank you very much in advance for your answer!

First, you need to see a therapist and get tested. Pain in the calf muscles can be a symptom of a variety of diseases. This could be a violation of mineral metabolism, changes in the spine, or anemia. First of all, it is worth excluding them, and then looking for possible disturbances in the function of the veins.

Irina Hello! Please tell me, can I do fitness or go to the gym? Is it possible to visit the sauna or bathhouse? I lead a healthy lifestyle, my grandmother and mother had varicose veins. Now my daughter is 13 years old and she has “stars” on her legs. Is it possible to cure a hereditary disease? I have it too, I’m 43 years old.

Stars on the legs are an independent disease that is not related to varicose veins. And weakness of the vascular wall is an inherited disease that can manifest itself throughout life. Once you know about it, you can resort to preventive measures to slow down the development of vascular dysfunction in the legs.

Nastya Good afternoon! Since the age of 18, my first veins and stars appeared, every year more and more. Last April I had my veins sclerotized, it got a little better, but they didn’t completely go away. Over the past year, a lot of small blue wreaths and stars have appeared. This worries me very much, and the doctor said that the decisive factor is heredity and recommended that I just take Detrolex periodically. Mom really has bad veins, but she is 51 years old, and I am 25. Height 174, weight 85. I have a sedentary job, I play volleyball once a week, I go to the gym. I periodically cover my veins with foundation. how to deal with this?

Excess weight is an additional factor in the development of varicose veins. Judging by your weight, your diet cannot be called correct. I advise you to reconsider your diet and increase physical activity. Then the development of varicose veins can be stopped.

Ilshat Hello Marina Rostislavovna! I am 19 years old and at a recent medical examination the surgeon wrote that I have varicose veins of the lower extremities and either C1 or C2. This worries me because I lead an active lifestyle and I would not like to have such an illness. My mother also had varicose veins, but I had no idea that it was genetic. Recently I started using Troxevasin morning and evening, as my mother did. Could you recommend how to cure this and is it not so terrible to be diagnosed at such a young age?

to change the condition of the vascular wall - to cure varicose veins

.
You should definitely consult a phlebologist once a year: the disease may stabilize or begin to progress. And also put your daily routine in order - do not put stress on your legs late in the evening and at night
.

Ildar Good afternoon! I am 28 years old, I have grade 3 varicose veins. Please advise how I can deal with this? Thank you very much in advance for your help!

Contact a vascular surgeon at a center specializing in this problem.

Ekaterina My man has varicose veins; at a young age he had surgery to remove the vein. Tell me, is walking useful for such people? How long should you stay in the sauna? and is it possible to have a foot massage?

For people who already have varicose veins, walking is useful for limited, comfortable distances

- about three to four kilometers. You need to wear compression hosiery, which was recommended by a phlebologist. Foot massage is only useful if there are no signs of phlebitis or thrombophlebitis.

Mikhail, is it possible to get rid of varicose veins if you lose weight and lead a healthy lifestyle?

If varicose veins exist, the only way to get rid of them is through surgery. But a healthy lifestyle helps stop the development of varicose veins and live for many years without its manifestation.

Ekaterina Hello, I’m 30 years old, I’ve been working as a cook for 13 years, I had surgery on one leg, but bumps appeared again. I have a question: how can I get rid of varicose veins?, and also: I wear special stockings, are they not harmful?

Varicose veins are an occupational disease of people who are forced to spend a lot of time on their feet. And you need to help your legs. When you come home, put your feet on a raised platform and do leg exercises in a lying position. Stockings selected by a specialist are not harmful.

Lyudmila Hello! I am 48 years old. I inherited varicose veins from my mother. At the Health Center I underwent a vascular examination - so far normal. No deep vein examination was performed. So far I don’t feel any particular discomfort, but I’m worried about a possible deterioration of the condition, especially since the work is sedentary. I regularly go to the gym and try to move more. What exercises should I avoid to prevent the disease from developing? Is it possible to improve the condition of the veins, including cosmetic defects, without resorting to medication and/or surgical methods? Also, is walking up a moving escalator in the subway a good exercise for your veins? Thank you.

If the disease has not yet developed, the measures you take are of a positive preventive nature. Take a Doppler ultrasound of the veins of the lower extremities and consult with specialists. Vertical loads increase pressure in the veins, and if there are already signs of varicose veins, you should move in compression stockings. If after exercise there is a feeling of fatigue and swelling of the ankle, the load is excessive.

Natalia Hello. The surgeon diagnosed me with varicose veins of the left lower limb. She placed it on me after visually examining a small protruding tubercle on my calf (about 1 cm in length). I have seen varicose veins in people, these are blue protruding veins. I do not have that. What studies need to be carried out to establish an accurate diagnosis? And what prevention should be carried out to prevent this disease from developing? My grandfather and father have varicose veins of the lower extremities. I am 40 years old. Thanks in advance for your answer.

You have already been diagnosed. Therefore, it is necessary to listen to the advice of a specialist and perform exercises that will not allow your disease to develop.

Adela Good afternoon!! I’m 20 years old.. I have stars on the back of my knees.. I’m very worried because I can’t stand on my feet all day long, there’s no load on my legs. Friends say that maybe it’s excess weight.. with a height of 157, the weight is 58 kg. is this possible?

You are not overweight. And spider veins are a completely independent disease that has nothing to do with varicose veins. If you are concerned about the condition of your veins, contact a phlebologist and get tested. Now you can start doing exercises to prevent varicose veins.

Olga Hello! I am 26 years old, after the birth of my daughter, 7 years ago, I developed varicose veins. Now, I was prescribed compression sclerotherapy and stockings! Please tell me how effective this is and whether wreaths will appear again?

Sclerotherapy was offered to you not only to improve the appearance of your legs. Rather, to prevent recurrence of the disease. Compression garments for varicose veins are effective, but they should be selected for you by a specialist.

Elena Good afternoon, Marina! I am 48 years old. I recently did an ultrasound duplex scan of the veins of the lower extremities. We found signs of varicose veins, segmental insufficiency of the trunk valves and tributaries of the great saphenous vein on both lower extremities. They suggested doing sclerotherapy. I'm not making up my mind yet, because... I’m afraid of a long rehabilitation period, and the cost of the procedure is quite high. They also told me about the need to constantly wear compression garments. Please tell me whether it is harmful to exercise on an ellipsoid machine with my illness. My daily workout on this type of simulator is 45-50 minutes. The exercises do not cause any discomfort, and my legs do not hurt after training. I know that swimming is very useful for varicose veins, and what types of physical activity can still be used. And is it necessary to wear compression garments during training?

Exercising on an elliptical is not harmful, but you need to wear preventive compression stockings. Swimming is really good for you, but you can choose other sports that improve your overall cardiovascular health. After all, blood circulation in the legs depends on how trained the heart and blood vessels are.

Rose Hello. I am 42 years old, height 160, weight 50, sedentary work. I lead a healthy lifestyle, I walk. Last year I switched to shoes with 3-5 cm heels. I sleep with pillows under my feet, sometimes I use a contrast shower. I don't lift heavy things. Since childhood, my legs ached below the knees when I was nervous. All grandparents, as well as mother and father, have varicose veins and hemorrhoids (hard work since childhood). After two births in a row, my sister’s veins in one leg and hemorrhoids were removed. I have black and dark blue veins under my knees and on my legs, they protrude slightly, on my hips and shoulders there are blue networks of blood vessels, my legs hurt when I’m nervous. When forced to sit for a long time (train travel for 2-3 days), swelling forms - the toes look like sausages, and the legs become log-shaped. Upon examination, doctors say that it is not varicose veins, the kidneys and heart are healthy. Are the measures I am taking correct and sufficient?

When sitting for a long time, the outflow of blood from the lower extremities is disrupted and swelling can form. This rarely happens with healthy veins. Go for an examination to a phlebologist. If there are no violations, you need to increase physical activity. Most likely, you lack general cardiovascular fitness.

Yuri Hello dear Marina Rostislavovna! I have been working as a massage therapist for 10 years, and about 3 years ago, I began to notice the initial signs of varicose veins on the back surface of my left shin. I work from 8.30 to 15.42, six days a week with a half-hour break for lunch. Please tell me which sets of exercises will be most effective for working with my load. Thank you very much in advance!

The work of massage therapists requires long periods of standing. Use compression hosiery, swim and ski in winter. This activates blood circulation throughout the body and prevents the deterioration of the veins. In addition, do not forget to do preventative self-massage.

Pros and cons of visiting a bathhouse for varicose veins

Since at the initial stage of development of the disease it is not prohibited to visit places with high temperatures, and it is even useful to highlight some pros and cons of varicose veins and baths.
What's positive:

• normalization of blood circulation;
• tidies up venous tone;
• activation of blood flow to the legs;
• tone for valves and blood vessels;
• improvement of skin condition.

Some specialists refer their patients to thermal procedures in the initial stages of varicose veins. They believe that the steam room will help avoid the progression of the disease.

What's negative:

• heavy load on blood vessels;
• valve expansion;
• development of varicose veins to a deeper stage;
• excessive activation of the bcc;
• stagnation.

Even healthy people would do well to think about the consequences of frequent visits to saunas and baths.

Despite the enormous benefits of the magical ritual of cleansing the body and soul, you should take care of safety measures.

Rehabilitation gymnastics

A doctor may prescribe exercise therapy, but gymnastics should be dosed and not cause overwork. Walking will help avoid stagnation of blood and hardening of the veins. This is the optimal physical activity for operated legs. Before walking, you should wear compression stockings or secure an elastic bandage.

If the recovery is going well and the patient plans to return to strength training, you need to remember that you should not lift weights at all for a week after surgery, and lifting weights of more than 7 kg is contraindicated for six months.