Summer and heat indeed tend “to worsen symptoms of venous insufficiency (heavy legs, swelling, pain)“Explains the medical director of True Medical. Here are some simple and seasonal tips to facilitate your venous return.
Stay hydrated
“”Be sure to drink at least 1.5 liters of water per day to promote blood circulation and avoid thickening blood“, advises the emergency doctor.
Avoid hot weather
“Limit your sun exposure to the hottest hours, favor shadow and avoid too hot baths or saunas”, advocates the medical director of True Medical.
Legs
“Take the habit of lifting your legs a few minutes a day above the heart level, lengthening for example with a cushion under the calves, to facilitate venous return”, Indicates the medical expert.
Regularly walk
“Avoid standing or sitting too long. Remember to move every hour and walk for 20 to 30 minutes a day to activate the muscle pump of the calf”, Specifies Dr Gérald Kierzek.
Wear loose clothes and compression stockings
“Avoid tight clothes (belts, slim jeans) and wear compression stockings (class 1 or 2, on medical advice) to compress the veins and improve traffic”, inform the doctor.
Refresh the legs
“Pass a jet of cold water on your legs, ankles to the thighs, or apply a cold frost to tone the veins”, relates the medical expert.
Adopt a veinotonic diet
“Consume red fruits rich in antioxidants (blueberries, raspberries) as well as foods rich in vitamin C (citrus, kiwi) to strengthen venous walls, while limiting excess salt to reduce water retention”, assures the doctor.
Avoid high heels and flat shoes
“Prefer heels of 3 to 4 cm to promote foot support and traffic”, recommends the medical director of True Medical.
Massage
“Massage your legs (ankles to the knees) with a veinotonic cream containing arnica, hammelis or red vine”, underlines Dr Gérald Kierzek.
Adapt your sports sessions
“Practice exercises such as pedaling in the elongated position or flexion/feet extension movements. Also avoid impact sports (tennis, race) for the benefit of swimming or cycling”, concludes the doctor.
Here you are ready to face the month of August!