Contraindications for varicose veins and certain limitations in everyday life

Treatment of any disease is a combination of drug treatment and the need to follow certain rules: what can and should be done in a certain situation and what not. In this article, we will discuss in detail the contraindications for varicose veins.

Excessive weight

Many diseases are complicated by the presence of increased weight. Varicose veins are no exception.

To get rid of extra pounds, there are a few simple rules:

1. Drink a lot (1. 5-3 liters) of clean still water.
2. Eat small meals 5-6 times a day.
3. Do not overeat at night.
4. Eat foods enriched with fiber.

List of prohibited foods for varicose veins:

Sol	Promotes swelling
Strong coffee and tea	It raises blood pressure and thickens the blood
Fast carbohydrates (sugar, confectionery, bananas)	Increase the weight, make the blood sticky
Fatty, smoked, spicy, fried	They interfere with the function of the liver, which is responsible for normal blood viscosity. Cause inflammation
Hot, cold food. Sour food. Products that damage the esophagus (hard nuts, crackers)	For varicose veins of the esophagus and stomach, to prevent varicose vein injuries
Carbonated drinks	For varicose veins of the pelvis, esophagus and stomach

Bad habits

You must completely get rid of bad habits such as smoking and alcohol:

Alcohol	It retains fluid in the tissues, causing swelling, which further strains the veins.
Smoking	Vessels become brittle. Sclerotic plaques form on the walls of blood vessels.

Use of hormonal contraception

A woman using hormonal contraceptives for varicose veins is at significant risk. The content of certain hormones increases in the blood.

Under their influence, there is an increase in blood pressure in the veins and the expansion of blood vessels. In addition, under the influence of hormonal contraception, the blood becomes thicker, which leads to the risk of blood clots.

Exposure to high temperatures

Our veins expand under the influence of high temperatures, which leads to deterioration of blood flow to the heart. At the same time, the liquid evaporates from the body faster, which makes the blood more viscous and thicker. This is why varicose veins usually get worse in the summer.

Tips that will help you in the hot season, on the beach, in the sauna, in the bathroom:

Location	That is forbidden	It can
On the beach	Stay in the open sun all day Don't drink the water	Sunbathing in the morning and in the evening Swim Walk along the shore on the water Stay in the shadows To drink a lot of water
In the city	Walk in tight shoes Walk in high heels	Sometimes you relax by walking around town Drink water Wear comfortable shoes
In the sauna	Sauna is contraindicated in varicose veins	Staying in the sauna in the initial stage of varicose veins (if the doctor allows it) The procedure does not last longer than 5 minutes Drink water Take a contrast shower
In the bathtub	It is not recommended in the late stages of varicose veins With the worsening of varicose veins	It is recommended as a treatment in the initial stages of the disease Stay in the steam room for no more than 7 minutes After the procedure, take a contrast shower
Baths, water and other procedures	Hot long baths Hot compresses Solarium Warming massage Physiotherapy for warming up Mud therapy Waxing	Therapeutic baths for body temperature Contrast shower, Charcot shower Contrast baths Cryotherapy

Sedentary lifestyle

With a sedentary lifestyle, diseased veins have difficulty pumping blood to the heart. To facilitate the work of the veins, you must make the muscles work. Working muscles help the blood move through the blood vessels, causing the venous valves to move better and preventing blood from backing up. Therefore, a sedentary lifestyle is the enemy of varicose veins.

Attention!Contraindications for varicose veins on the legs are instructions for acquiring beautiful and healthy legs, as well as the possibility of surgical intervention prevention.

He plays some sports

If you have varicose veins, you should avoid certain sports.

What the ban will be depends on the stage of the disease:

Degree of varicose veins	Symptoms	What sport should you not play?	What sport can you play?
1st degree	Heaviness in the legs after physical activity on the legs	Climbing Parachuting Sprint race Weight lifting	All other sports, but without excessive load
2nd degree	Edema Numb fingers Mild cramps	1st degree sports ban Running against the clock Aerobics step (dance)	Jogging (20-30 minutes) Walking Fitness (without lifting weights) Yoga Stretching Bicycle
3rd degree	Leg pain Convulsions Edema Cyanosis of the toes Trophic ulcers are formed The skin is painful, dry	Most sports cannot be played	Swimming Yoga Stretching walking (20-30 minutes) Qigong
4th degree	All grade 1-3 symptoms are accompanied by an increase in trophic ulcers Phlebitis increasingly affects deep and superficial veins	You can't play sports	Yoga (you must choose the asanas in consultation with your doctor) Stretching Lying exercises Physical therapy (online videos will help you choose the right classes)

Prison

During pregnancy, a sedentary lifestyle, sedentary work, and on the background of hormonal changes, varicose veins of the small pelvis can develop, along with the appearance of hemorrhoids. It is important to prevent this from happening. But if varicose veins have already appeared, then the most important thing is to monitor the motility of the intestines and fight constipation with all your might.

Weight lifting

When lifting weights, the intra-abdominal pressure increases, which leads to disorders of the veins and their valves. Also, when the pressure increases, the blood clot can rupture, which can occlude the lumen of any vessel of suitable diameter.

These can be vessels of the heart, lungs, brain. Therefore, the maximum weight that can be lifted with varicose veins should not exceed 4 kg.

Tight clothes and shoes

Tight clothes or shoes constrict the veins, which hinders blood flow and causes swelling. To prevent such consequences, it is necessary to wear socks, knee highs with weak elastic bands, and to wear clothes and shoes that suit you.

Wear high heels

Many women wear high heels. But if you have varicose veins, you will have to give up such shoes. Because the lower leg muscles are in constant tension, due to which the blood flow in the deep veins is disrupted and the entire load falls on the superficial veins.

The valves in the veins have to work twice as hard, so they cannot cope with the load. As a result, swelling and pain appear. The optimal heel size should be 3-4 cm.

If possible, avoid airplane flights and long trips by bus and car.

Long flights and long bus and car journeys force people to be in a forced sitting position for long periods of time. The legs swell, slow down blood flow and, as a result, there is a risk of blood clots. In addition, they affect the formation of blood clots and hydrodynamic loads during takeoff and landing.

If it is still not possible to prevent the trip, you must follow simple rules:

1. During the trip, make simple movements with your legs to prevent blood stagnation.
2. If possible, walk around the cabin of the bus or plane. When traveling by car, stop regularly and walk for 10 minutes.
3. Do not drink alcohol before traveling.
4. Be sure to drink water on the way.
5. Wear a compression suit before traveling.

Don't neglect to wear a compression suit

Wearing compression garments is part of the comprehensive treatment of varicose veins. Its action is based on squeezing the blood vessels of the legs with different forces and proper regulation of the load on all parts. Vascular tone increases.

As a result, inflammation of the vein walls, heaviness and tiredness of the legs disappear. Compression garments are very effective, but you must choose the size only with the doctor.

The only problem is the price. The better the bedding, the bigger it is. Compression stockings are also indispensable if you have been prescribed injections against varicose veins.

You stand or sit in one place for a long time

Often, because of their profession, people have to stand in one place for a long time or sit at a desk all the time. To prevent stagnation, you need to move from foot to foot more often or walk occasionally and rest more often. If possible, lie with your legs elevated.

What is contraindicated for varicose veins is relevant not only for those who suffer from this disease, but also as preventive measures for the prevention of varicose veins. In order for your legs to be as beautiful as in the photo, you need to follow simple rules.

In this article, we looked at the limitations of varicose veins. If you follow these simple rules, combined with drug treatment, you can avoid surgical treatment. It is especially important to follow them for people who have contraindications for the removal of varicose veins.