Compression Therapy Treatment to Combat VARICOSE VEINS

What varicose veins are and why they occur

Veins carry blood from the feet to the heart, in a journey that defies gravity, thanks to their own system of valves that push the blood flow. But if the vein walls are weak, often due to genetic inheritance, the veins dilate, causing blood to pool. There are two types of varicose veins:

• Superficial: Known as spider veins or medically, telangiectasias. Although unsightly, they are usually not very problematic but beware, because they are a warning from your body. It is telling you that something is not circulating quite right.
• Trunk: the actual varicose veins. Of various sizes and shades. They have a wrinkled cord-like appearance and can be more or less pronounced.

The main causes of varicose veins:

• Congenital: The valves are defective due to genetic reasons.
• Thrombophlebitis: for various reasons including prolonged bed rest.
• Pregnancy: these varicose veins usually disappear a few weeks after delivery.
• Jobs that require many hours standing or sitting with little leg movement can end up causing different levels of varicosis.

Symptoms of varicose veins in the legs:

• Visible veins in pinkish, garnet, bluish, or grayish tones.
• Heaviness in the legs
• Edema: fluid accumulation
• Generalized swelling
• Localized pain or cramps
• In very advanced stages, ulcer, phlebitis – thrombosis – skin darkening and even bleeding

Varicose veins are quite unpleasant, aren’t they? Undoubtedly something annoying, painful, and unsightly. But let’s switch to a more positive mode. Let’s recall what Compression Therapy consists of to understand how it can help you treat varicose veins and their accompanying symptoms.

What is Compression Therapy

Compression Therapy consists of a controlled pressure massage that can be applied to various areas of the body. This is done using a machine connected by several tubes to one or more padded garments that have several independent air chambers. Rhythmically and alternately, the air inflates and deflates the different chambers, using a compression and decompression method capable of applying a gentle but firm massage. The main function of this massage is to stimulate lymphatic drainage, although it also has positive effects on the circulatory system. We can say that Compression Therapy is used to prevent or treat various problems related to both lymphatic and blood flow. Compression Therapy boots are especially popular for their benefits to the legs, being able to greatly relieve tired leg syndrome, lymphedema, or varicose veins. Yes, you can use Compression Therapy for varicose veins! How? Very easy. Just put on the boots, select a program, and let the advanced technology of the Compression Therapy device do the rest.

How does Compression Therapy help prevent and treat varicose veins?

Whether because you lead a sedentary life, due to pregnancy, or any other reason that is hindering blood circulation, what you need first is to stimulate that process. The veins in your legs serve to carry blood from the feet to the heart, which pumps it continuously. Therefore, what your veins “are crying out for” is that you facilitate their function. Is Compression Therapy good for varicose veins? Very much so. Compression Therapy and varicose veins are, to be honest, a perfect pair. This is how Compression Therapy acts on legs with varicose veins:

• It stimulates and enhances circulation and venous return.
• It drains the accumulation of water retained in the veins.
• It benefits the Lymphatic System, responsible for eliminating toxins and fluids.
• After varicose vein surgery, it aids in postoperative recovery.

Are there contraindications for treating varicose veins with Compression Therapy?

Quite the opposite. More and more medical professionals recommend Compression Therapy for varicose veins as the ideal shock treatment. Using Compression Therapy with varicose veins can help decongest venous blockages, redirecting blood and other fluids. However, regarding Compression Therapy and its contraindications with varicose veins, we must say that although it is usually not contraindicated, every body is different. Consult a doctor before applying this type of massage. And if your varicose veins are very pronounced, surgery is likely the most appropriate treatment. Medical consultation is also advised when, in addition to varicose veins, other diseases that could condition the application of Compression Therapy are present. We suggest reading our guide to contraindications of Compression Therapy for more information.

Tips to prevent varicose veins or stop them from worsening:

• Maintain healthy habits, with a light but nutritionally balanced diet, avoiding overweight as much as possible.
• Wear compression stockings or socks during winter. They prevent blood from pooling in the superficial veins.
• Keep your legs elevated for 20 minutes at least once a day.
• Slightly incline your mattress at the foot end to facilitate blood flow from the feet to the heart.
• Dedicate some time to physical exercise. Do yoga, ride a bike, do spinning, go for a run, jog, walk briskly… dance!
• Alternate applying hot and cold compresses for about 10-15 minutes and remember to always finish this treatment with the cold compress.
• Do you spend many hours standing or moving your legs little at work? Move them from time to time, do stretches and flexions without forgetting your toes. Sedentary behavior is criminal for your legs.
• Have Compression Therapy sessions. If opinions about Compression Therapy and varicose veins are good, it’s because Compression Therapy boots are one of the best tools to maintain good lymphatic and circulatory health.
• Since going to a center is not always possible and in the medium term it is usually not cost-effective, consider getting a home Compression Therapy device. A 30-45 minute session three or four times a week will be something your legs with varicose veins will appreciate. Be consistent during the first months for noticeable effects.

SIZEN: Compression Therapy for varicose veins and much more!

Now that you know a bit more about the very positive relationship between Compression Therapy and varicose veins, it’s time that if you suffer from this problem, you seriously consider frequent use of this therapy. Not only because Compression Therapy and its benefits for varicose veins are well proven, but because this type of massage helps you maintain good lymphatic and circulatory health. And because Compression Therapy is good for varicose veins both in prevention and treatment, also helping existing varicose veins not to spread or give rise to new varicose veins. How can you also enjoy the benefits of Compression Therapy? We understand that going to a center is not always feasible and in the medium term, let’s be honest, it is a considerable expense for most people’s budgets.

But cheer up. You have the best option at your fingertips: SIZEN, Compression Therapy for varicose veins and much more! Imagine having a Compression Therapy device always available at home. One that offers you all the features that the best home Compression Therapy device should have, with results as good as those you get with professional Compression Therapy. Yes, today it is possible to do Compression Therapy in the most cost-effective way, without leaving home or carrying your device wherever you want or need it, not to mention that you can also share your device with other family members who may have varicose veins or other leg problems. Join the thousands of people who already have a SIZEN Compression Therapy device in their lives and fight back against varicose veins!