Varicose veins contraindications and certain restrictions in everyday life

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

Overweight

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

To get rid of extra pounds, you need to follow several simple rules:

1. Drink plenty (1. 5-3 litres) of pure still water.
2. Eat small portions 5-6 times a day.
3. Don't eat too late.
4. Eat foods rich in fiber.

List of prohibited foods for the treatment of varicose veins:

Salt	It promotes swelling
Strong coffee and tea	It raises blood pressure and thickens the blood
Fast carbohydrates (sugar, sweets, bananas)	Increase the weight, make the blood sticky
Fatty, smoked, spicy, fried	They interfere with liver function, which is responsible for normal blood viscosity. It causes inflammation
Hot and cold food. Acidic foods. Products that damage the esophagus (hard nuts, crackers)	For the treatment of esophagus and stomach varicose veins, to prevent damage to varicose veins
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 keeps the fluid in the tissues, causes swelling, thereby putting further strain on the veins.
Smoking	The dishes become fragile. Sclerotic plaques form on the walls of blood vessels.

Use of hormonal contraception

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

As a result, the blood pressure in the veins rises and the blood vessels dilate. In addition, hormonal birth control causes the blood to become thicker, which leads to the formation of blood clots.

Exposure to high temperatures

As a result of the high temperature, our veins expand, which leads to a deterioration of the flow of blood to the heart. At the same time, the liquid evaporates from the body faster, which makes the blood more viscous and thick. Therefore, varicose veins are most often aggravated in the summer.

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

Location	This is forbidden	Can
On the beach	Stay open all day Do not drink water	Sunbathing in the morning and evening Swimming Walk the beach on the water Stay in the shade Drink lots of water
In the city	Walk in tight shoes Walk in high heels	Sometimes, relax by walking around the city Drink water Wear comfortable shoes
In the sauna	Sauna use is contraindicated in case of varicose veins	Stay in the sauna in the initial stages of varicose veins (if the doctor allows) Do the procedure for no more than 5 minutes Drink water Take a contrast shower
In the bathroom	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 up to 7 minutes After the procedure, take a contrast shower
Baths, water and other procedures	Long hot baths Hot wraps Solarium Warming massage Warming physiotherapy Mud therapy Waxing	Baths with therapeutic body temperature Contrast shower, Charcot shower Contrast baths Cryotherapy

Sedentary lifestyle

In the case of a sedentary lifestyle, diseased veins have difficulty pumping blood to the heart. In order to facilitate the functioning of the veins, the muscles must be made to work. The working muscles help the blood to pass through the veins, thus the venous valves move better and prevent the blood from flowing back. Therefore, a sedentary lifestyle is the enemy of varicose veins.

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

Some sports

If you have varicose veins, avoid certain sports.

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

The degree of varicose veins	Symptoms	What sport do you not play?	What sports can you play?
Grade 1	Heaviness in the legs after physical activity on the legs	Rock climbing Skydiving Sprint race Weight-lifting	All other sports, but without excessive load
Grade 2	Edema Numb fingers Mild cramps	Ban on sports in the 1st degree Running against the clock Aerobics step (dance)	Jogging (20-30 minutes) Walk Fitness (not weightlifting) Yoga Stretching Bicycle
Grade 3	Leg pain Cramps Edema Cyanosis of the toes Trophic ulcers develop The skin is painful and dry	Most sports cannot be played	Swimming Yoga Stretching Walk (20-30 minutes) Qigong
4th grade	All symptoms of grades 1-3 are accompanied by the growth of trophic ulcers Phlebitis increasingly affects deep and superficial veins	You can't do sports	Yoga (asanas must be selected in consultation with your doctor) Stretching Lying exercises Physiotherapy (videos on the Internet will help you choose the right classes)

Constipation

During pregnancy, a sedentary lifestyle, sedentary work, and hormonal changes can lead to the development of pelvic varicose veins, with the development of hemorrhoids. It is important that this does not happen. But if varicose veins have already appeared, the most important thing is to control bowel movements and fight constipation with all your might.

Weight-lifting

When lifting weights, the intra-abdominal pressure increases, which leads to disruption of the veins and their valves. In addition, as the pressure increases, a blood clot can break off, which can block the lumen of any vessel of adequate diameter.

These can be the vessels of the heart, lungs, brain. For this reason, the heaviest weight that can be lifted with a viscera cannot be more than 4 kg.

Tight clothes and shoes

Tight clothing or shoes constrict the veins, as a result of which blood flow is obstructed and swelling occurs. To prevent such consequences, you should wear socks, knee socks with weak elastic bands, and wear appropriate clothing and shoes.

Wear high heels

Many women wear high heels. But if you have varicose veins, you should give up such shoes. Because the calf muscles are under constant tension, as a result of which the blood flow of the deep veins is disturbed, 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. This results in swelling and pain. The optimal heel size should be 3-4 cm.

Avoid airplane flights and long bus and car trips if possible.

Long flights and long journeys by bus and car force people to sit for very long periods of time. The legs swell, blood flow slows down, and as a result there is a risk of blood clots. They also affect coagulation and hydrodynamic loading during aircraft takeoff and landing.

If it is still impossible to prevent travel, then follow the simple rules:

1. During the trip, make simple movements with your legs to prevent blood stagnation.
2. If possible, walk around the cabin of a bus or plane. If you are 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 compression clothing before traveling.

Do not neglect to wear a compression garment

Wearing a compression garment is part of the comprehensive treatment of varicose veins. Its operation is based on compression of the vessels of the leg with different forces and proper regulation of the load on all parts. Vascular tone increases.

As a result, inflammation of the venous walls, heaviness and fatigue of the legs disappear. The compression garment is very effective, but the size should be selected only with a doctor.

The only problem is the price. The better the quality of the canvas, the better. Compression stockings are also essential if you are prescribed an injection for varicose veins.

Stand or sit in one place for long periods of time

Due to their profession, people often have to stand in one place for a long time or sit at a desk all the time. To prevent stagnation, it is necessary to switch from foot to foot more often, or to walk regularly, and to rest more often. If possible, lie down with your legs elevated.

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

In this article, we have examined the limitations of varicose veins. If you follow these simple rules, you can avoid surgery in combination with medication. It is especially important to adhere to those who have contraindications to the removal of varicose veins.