We get many calls from various people of all ages. I had a recent call from a lady with these concerns, she said, and I “quote” I’m only 30 years old. I have cold feet, ache spider veins and my legs ache at the end of the day. It seems way too early in my life to be having these kinds of problems. My mother has varicose veins. I do know, varicose veins can be hereditary. Could these symptoms be related to poor circulation?
All (3) of these symptoms or conditions could be associated with poor blood circulation in your legs.
There are various reasons this could be happening:
- Your Job, long periods of sitting or standing in one position too long
- Heredity is a big possibility, especially on the mother’s side
- Obesity, being overweight
- Skin trauma such as a fall or injury
- High blood pressure / High cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Tobacco smoking
- Pregnancy
Your cold feet are a common cause of poor leg circulation. It can be called PVD – peripheral vascular disease, this disease involves blood vessels outside or on the periphery of the heart. These blood vessels carry blood back to your heart and carry blood away from your heart. Usually this means the blood flow from your heart, has slowed. The cold feet may especially happen at night when you are trying to sleep, also during periods of extended immobility.
Your spider veins get their name, because they appear in a cluster like a “spider-web” typically small red or blue veins near the surface of your skin usually on the legs and most common behind the knee area. Spider veins are caused by in increase pressure in the veins that can trigger achy legs in some cases. Spider veins are not dangerous and are not essential for circulation, however they can be unattractive and could be a warning to have your legs checked for “venous insufficiency.”
You want relief and prevention for the health and well-being of your legs and feet.
Follow these simple rules:
- Avoid cigarette smoking
- Keep your weight gain down as much as possible
- Keep your blood pressure under control
- Keep your cholesterol levels in the healthy range
- Avoid standing or sitting in one position, long periods of time
- Elevate or prop up your legs and feet when possible – higher than your heart
- Wear lightweight graduated compression stockings or socks that help stimulate good blood circulation to help prevent spider veins
Here at rescuelegs.com we have certified stocking fitters who can help with measuring your legs for a proper fit and comfortable legwear, to ensure good blood/venous circulation of your legs and feet. Good circulation ensures that your body can stay healthy, heal well, and continue with your daily functions and activities that make your life more enjoyable and meaningful.
No matter what our lifestyle may be, we depend on our legs and feet to get us here and there throughout our day.
So, call us, we can help you find the right support stocking or socks for your legs. It’s natural and you’ll love the benefits it brings to your legs and your everyday life!
While your on-line, you may want to check out Carolon Health Support socks and stockings, they are light support, stretchy and easy to get on and off.
Written by Jamie M. August 28, 2017