Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Varicose Veins? Don’t Let Them Ruin Your Summer

Seasonal Tips for Healthy Legs



Summer is the perfect time to make sure you are doing everything you can to relieve symptoms of varicose veins and other vein problems. Varicose veins can worsen during the summer months, so if vein issues are keeping you from enjoying summer activities, making leg vein health a priority can help you take full advantage of the season.

Relief & Prevention Tips for Healthy Veins

  • Stay as cool as possible. Heat dilates veins and causes pain and other symptoms to worsen.
  • Swim and walk. Both exercises pump the calf muscles and improve circulation. 
  • Wear graduated compression stockings. Wearing compression stockings all day will keep the legs feeling as good at the end of the day as in the morning.
  • Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water and other fluids.
  • Elevate the legs whenever possible.
  • Schedule an evaluation with a qualified phlebologist.
  • Wear graduated compression stockings. Wearing compression stockings all day will keep the legs feeling as good at the end of the day as in the morning.

Don’t Wait Until Summer’s Over to Seek Treatment for Vein Issues

The treatments for venous problems are the same during the summer as the rest of the year.

Find out more about vein treatment options and keeping legs healthy by reading Dr. Cindy Asbjornsen’s Self-conscious About Unsightly Veins? Tips for Relief in the Bangor Daily News and leave concerns about leg vein issues behind this summer!

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