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Lifestyle effects and
other triggers |
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Many of us today live sedentary lifestyles or
have jobs that involve long periods of sitting down or standing
still, with little or no movement in the legs.
Prolonged sitting, such as in the car or at a desk, means our legs
muscles and the important leg muscle pump are left idle. Standing still
without moving also aggravates the effects of gravity on the legs.
Both of these lifestyle factors can lead to increased tension in the
leg veins and a consequent build up of fluid in the legs, causing
discomfort. |
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Hairdressers, pharmacists, office workers, traffic wardens, taxi
drivers, people who work or stay at home, the list of potential
sufferers goes on.
Other factors than can affect leg vein health and trigger leg
discomfort include:
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Tight clothing or crossing the legs, which restricts
the blood flow in the lower legs |
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Excessive heat, humidity or alcohol consumption,
causing the veins to enlarge and more blood to pool in the legs |
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Wearing high heels or shoes with rigid soles, which
stop the muscle pump working properly |
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Exercise ideas
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Here are two easy-to-follow ‘Legs-ercise’ routines to help you get your circulation going. |
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