Different veins cause pain, fatigue, aches and heaviness in the legs. Bulging veins affect aesthetics, making the patient lack confidence. The article below will provide some useful information about effectively treating varicose veins at home.
Learn about varicose veins in the legs
Veins are blood vessels in the body is responsible for carrying blood from organs to the heart to perform blood filtration. In the veins there is a system of small valves that are responsible for preventing blood from flowing backward. When these valves are damaged, they become weak, causing blood in the veins to flow uncontrollably. From there, pressure is created to dilate the veins, twist and bulge on the surface of the skin. Furthermore, you can see blue or purple veins floating on the surface of the skin. This condition is called varicose veins.
Varicose veins can develop in many locations on the body but are most common and visible in the legs and thighs. At the same time, pregnant women are also at risk of varicose veins. This condition may gradually decrease after giving birth or show no signs of improvement depending on each specific case:
Symptoms of varicose veins are most easily seen when:
- Veins are prominent beneath the surface of the skin and can be seen with the naked eye;
- A burning or painful feeling in the legs;
- There is a feeling of discomfort and heaviness in the legs;
- Has frequent cramps or pain, especially at night;
- Swelling of the feet and ankles;
- The skin above the varicose veins also becomes dry, changes color, itches, and in more severe cases can cause skin ulcers, infection or embolism.
Varicose veins in the legs cannot be completely treated. Furthermore, treatments can improve the condition, as well as avoid the risk of future recurrence. Therefore, patients need to adhere to a scientific, healthy lifestyle and apply ways to treat varicose veins at home, while combining medical methods prescribed by doctors.
3 ways to treat varicose veins at homehome
Exercise at home
- Leg lift: Can reduce the symptoms of varicose veins and leg swelling for people with varicose veins in the legs in the early stages. For effective treatment, it is necessary to raise your legs above your heart & keep your legs in this position for at least 20 minutes 3 – 4 times a day.
- Practice tiptoeing: Doing tiptoeing will help blood circulate easily, stimulate exchange, blood circulation and relax the muscles of the body, especially the calves. From there, prevent leg swelling in varicose veins. With the tiptoe exercise, you can do it every day anywhere, whether at home or at work, without wasting much time.
- Massage: A method to support blood circulation, especially in the legs – where many veins appear. Varicose vein massage techniques need to be performed gently, while avoiding putting pressure on large veins. When massaging, use your hands gently or use pressure from your fingertips to massage from the heel to the ankle. If you feel pain or discomfort, you should stop massaging and elevate your legs.
Use medical stockings
Varicose vein stockings (varicose medical stockings) will be tighter than regular stockings. Thanks to that, it helps improve the condition of varicose veins in the legs by creating pressure on the legs to prevent the veins from dilating further. Furthermore, elastic socks will also support the muscles and veins in directing blood circulation to the heart.
Many studies have clearly shown that medical socks can reduce and prevent leg swelling at night. Especially people who often stand a lot, walk or sit in one place for a long time should wear medical stockings to reduce swelling or discomfort in their feet.
A reasonable and scientific diet
A dietScientific and healthy is the solution to all health problems. Especially varicose veins in the legs. Some advice for people with varicose veins
- Increase the intake of foods rich in vitamins C and E because they help stimulate collagen and elastin production. Helps make veins stronger and less prone to dilation.
- Fiber-rich foods such as beans, nuts, oats, flaxseeds, cereals, etc. should be added to the diet because they can prevent constipation and reduce pressure on the veins;
- Eat lots of foods containing flavonoids such as onions, spinach, broccoli, cocoa, garlic, citrus fruits, etc. because they reduce pressure on arteries and help shrink varicose veins.
- Increase the intake of potassium-rich foods such as almonds, beans, potatoes, vegetables, salmon, tuna, etc. They can help improve varicose veins by keeping the body hydrated.
- Mix 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with water to drink because apple cider vinegar has the ability to improve blood circulation and reduce swollen veins.
Other treatments
- Being overweight is also a risk factor for varicose veins. Therefore, maintain weight at an ideal level of pressure on the veins, to reduce swelling, pain and discomfort for the patient;
- Choose loose, comfortable clothes instead of wearing tight-fitting clothes that will affect the body’s blood circulation;
- Use olive oil on varicose veins to improve blood circulation and reduce inflammation. If you mix olive oil with vitamin E, it will bring better results;
- Use garlic and olive oil. Then, apply to the affected area to reduce inflammation and detoxify the blood. Thanks to that, it helps blood circulate more easily, treating varicose veins quickly and effectively.
- Apply chamomile oil along with coconut oil on your legs and do this before going to bed to relieve vein pain.
- Cut some parsley, add it to a cup of water, boil for about 5-7 minutes and then let it cool. After that, add a little tiApply oil to the area with varicose veins and do it regularly twice a day until it heals.
- Take 3 aloe vera leaves, 1 carrot and ½ cup of apple cider vinegar. Then, puree and mix all the ingredients well. Then apply this mixture to the area with varicose veins, leave it for about 30 minutes and then rinse.
Above is all the information abouthow to treat varicose veins in the legs at home. Hope this article will provide you with the necessary information. If you have any questions, please contact us via Fanpage or come directly to the dentist for thorough and detailed advice.
Kim Dung
