What are varicose veins? and How to prevent them?

Varicose Veins is a common medical condition that affects approximately 40% of the United States population. The condition is caused by a disease process called Chronic VenousInsufficiency, which causes blood to pool in the legs instead of returning to the heart.



It can cause symptoms such as:

1. Bulging veins

2. Heavy legs

3. Itching

4. Pain

5. Swelling

6. Cramping

7. Restlessness

8. Aching or throbbing



5 Ways to prevent varicose veins:

1. Exercise regularly to improve your leg strength, circulation, and vein strength.

2. Control your weight to avoid placing too much pressure on your legs.

3. Do not cross your legs when sitting and try to elevate your legs when resting.

4. Wear compression stockings (special, snug-fitting socks to improve circulation).

5. Do not stand for long periods of time.

 

To schedule a free screening at a VidaVascular office in Northern Virginia (convenient to Springfield, Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, Woodbridge), Maryland (convenient to National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Waldorf, La Plata, and Clinton), and Washington DC., Call us today! 866-800-2346


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