I Hate My Varicose Veins!

So many men and women say this when they visit our clinic for pain relief.  

In varicose veins, the valves do not function properly, allowing blood to remain in the vein. Pooling of blood in a vein causes it to enlarge. This process usually occurs in the veins of the legs, although it may occur elsewhere. Varicose veins are common, affecting mostly women, however an increasing number of men are coming forward asking for treatment. 

Causes:

• congenitally defective valves
• pregnancy 
• thrombophlebitis 
• occupations such as teachers, traffic police, food servers, hairdresser, etc.  

Primary varicose veins occur because of congenitally defective valves, or without a known cause. Secondary varicose veins occur because of another condition, such as when a pregnant woman develops varicose veins.




Symptoms:

• heaviness, aching pain in the legs  


• visible, enlarged veins 


• mild swelling of ankles 


• brown discoloration at the ankles 


• skin ulcers near the medial malleolus

Tips for Avoiding or Helping Varicose Veins: 

• Wear compression stockings.  There are so many to choose from today and not as unsightly as in the 'old days'.


• Exercise regularly to increase circulation and to allow blood to move freely through your legs.


• Elevate your legs when resting as much as possible.


• Avoid standing or sitting for long periods of time.


• Avoid wearing tight clothes, especially at the waist.  

Some Natural Remedies for Discomfort:

• Carrot juice and spinach juice in 300ml : 200ml proportion is good for varicose veins.


• Massage rosemary oil onto affected parts.


• Taking an Epsom salt bath at least twice a week has been found to benefit the condition. Natural remedies for varicose veins like this one provides instant relief from associated discomfort.


• Another one of the natural remedies for varicose veins that have been proved to be effective is the application of essential oils. 12 drops of cypress and other essential oils are added to 4 ounces of a carrier oil like almond oil and applied to affected areas in upward strokes.


• One of the most effective natural remedies for varicose veins is preparing a mixture of 2 cups of calendula flowers, leaves and stem in melted lard. After a period of 24 hours this mixture is heated and strained. Application of this strained liquid over affected areas would provide relief.

Mild forms of exercise, yoga and deep breathing routines are also helpful for varicose veins. Try these natural remedies and you may find relief.


Call Andrew Subieta for a consultation and ask how we do at Osteoklinika!  905.660.8810 or visit our website at www.osteoklinika.com for more information.