Varicose veins have two main causes: genetic predisposition and lifestyle. Although we can't do anything about the first one, we can influence the second one.
Dr. Vlad
Move it!
A sedentary lifestyle or, on the contrary, standing for long periods of time is very harmful for veins. Proper exercise is an excellent prevention of varicose veins as well as a way to slow down the disease in its initial stages. Additionally, exercising will help you to stay in shape, which means that you will eliminate one more risk factor of the disease – excessive weight.
What exercises are useful?
- Walking at a relaxed pace, about 2.5 miles per hour
- Swimming and aqua aerobics
- Cycling, rollerblading, skating, skiing
Light running is also suitable for preventing varicose veins, but if the disease has already been diagnosed, you should consult with your doctor before you start exercising.
What should you give up?
- Lifting weights, especially ===if you alrea...
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