Tips for Healthy Leg Veins
Experts recommend the following self-care treatments for healthier leg veins.
1- Don't cross your legs when you sit.
2- Take warm, not hot, baths, and end by splashing cold water on the legs.
3- Avoid high heels. Low-heeled shoes work calf muscles more, which is better for veins.
4- Don't wear tight clothes around your calves or groin that can restrict circulation.
5- Take three or four 10- to 15-minute breaks daily to elevate your legs above the level of your heart (for example, by lying down with your legs resting on three or four pillows).
6- Avoid long periods of sitting or standing.
7- Make a point of changing your position, shifting from one leg to the other or walk gently back and forth, frequently to encourage blood flow.
8- Weight control - Shedding excess pounds takes unnecessary pressure off your veins.
9- Exercise. Get your legs moving. Walking is a great way to improve blood circulation in your legs.
