Exercising with varicose veins: what can and can not

Gymnastics for varicose veins is needed: it relieves fatigue and pain in the legs and improves the appearance. But it is important to know, learn what exercises should be excluded so as not to hurt yourself.

Natalie Tskhovrebov

Instructor physiotherapists project "I can».

When varicose veins of the lower limbs enlarged superficial veins, disrupted the functioning of the valves and blood flow. Legs ache, swell in the evening, at night there are convulsions. Leather tibiae darkens appear spider veins and vein projecting, sealing and trophic ulcers.

The causes of varicose veins are different: genetic predisposition, lack of prevention and timely treatment, lack of exercise, prolonged wearing of tight shoes, weight gain, pregnancy, and more more.

Of course, only with the help of gymnastics is impossible to cope with varicose veins. Be sure to visit the doctor-phlebologist he will pick up treatment and medications.

What exercises are prohibited for varicose

Unfortunately, varicose veins banned many popular types of exercises and workouts. It is not recommended to run, jump, including rope, active squat occupied by steppes and classical aerobics.

Also eliminate exercises that are performed sitting in a chair, power presses and exercises with barbells and dumbbells - everything that makes an unnecessary burden on their feet.

How to make the right

Dosage exercise in conjunction with massage, water and medical procedures activate blood flow to the lower extremities.

This complex can be performed several times a day. Smoothly and accurately do 4-5 reps of each exercise. Gradually, the number of repetitions can be increased to 10.

1. Pull socks on, and then on my own.
2. Follow the twists stop left and right.
3. Make a circular motion feet.
4. Follow the familiar "bicycle" or "scissors".
5. Make rolls from toe to heel.
6. Lie on your stomach and lift straight leg. It may also be alternately or both at once.
7. Complete set of gentle stretching. Do it gently, without effort.

If you do not want to be limited to light exercises for the legs, and the dream still lose weight and tighten the figure, begin to engage on our program of training and nutrition, "I can."

You will perform exercises on video tutorials systems, but will always be able to consult with a trainer and to clarify whether it is possible to do this or that exercise with varicose veins or other diseases. A dietitian can help make nutrition program suitable for you.

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