Do you often suffer from tired, swollen legs? A sign of vein problems

Posted: September 06, 2024
Dr. med. Wolfgang Bachmann
Dr. med. Wolfgang Bachmann

General practitioner

Vein problems have long since ceased to affect only the older generations. Especially if you sit all day and generally move little, it can happen that your blood circulation is disturbed. You suffer from swollen, strained legs or calf cramps.

The building block for vein problems has been laid.

 

➤ Nowadays, 4 out of 10 people are affected by vein problems!

How do vein problems develop?

Vein problems do not develop suddenly. They develop over many years. There are many causes. Whether you suffer from weak connective tissue and vein walls due to a genetic predisposition or you lead a sedentary or standing lifestyle. All of these have a massive impact on your leg health. Gender, age and obesity also play a major role. 

What types of venous disorders are there?

There are many diseases that fall under the heading of venous disorders. These lead to painful and swollen legs and can even become dangerous if left untreated.

Venous insufficiency: In chronic venous insufficiency, the venous valves do not function properly. This leads to blood congestion and the internal pressure of the veins increases. As a result, fluid leaks into the surrounding tissue - oedema develops. 

Vein wall defect: The venous valves function, but the vein walls are damaged over time due to enzymes being released. Here too, fluid leaks from the damaged veins into the surrounding tissue, causing painful swelling.

Varicose veins and spider veins: These highly dilated veins develop when the elasticity of the vascular walls decreases and the venous valves no longer close properly. The accumulated blood overstretches the vascular walls, which sag. Blue, branched formations develop.

Phlebitis: Phlebitis is a localized inflammation of the vein wall. This can lead to blood clots (venous thrombosis). The affected, inflamed area is painful and feels warmer.

Venous thrombosis: If the blood flow is restricted by, for example, sitting or standing for long periods and there are also inflammations or other changes in the veins, blood platelets can adhere to the vein wall and clump together. A thrombosis can become very dangerous.

 

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How are vein problems treated?

The standard treatment for vein problems is anti-inflammatory medication and blood thinners. However, there are also natural alternatives that maintain your vein health and prevent vein problems!

Horse chestnut extract as a natural alternative for good vein health

  • Say goodbye to vein problems!
  • With the power of nature - 100% natural
  • Get rid of aching, heavy legs
  • And strengthen your leg and vein health

There are already numerous studies that prove that horse chestnut extract helps to alleviate venous disorders. The best-researched benefit is the treatment of chronic venous insufficiency. This relieves the venous pressure that often leads to varicose veins and/or blood clots. 

 

➤ Every 5th woman and every 6th man in Germany is affected by vein problems.

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What else can you do if you have weak veins?

Venous insufficiency is not permanent! There are numerous methods that can help you to support your vein health:

  1. Elevate your feet: this reduces swelling
  2. Stay active: If you exercise regularly, you can already prevent blood clots. Go for a walk every day and avoid standing or sitting for long periods.
  3. Flat shoes: Better to wear them flat than high! This is not only more comfortable, but also healthier for your legs and feet.
  4. Compression stockings: Studies show that people with blood clots who wear compression stockings suffer fewer complications than others. The stockings also help to alleviate pain.
  5. Kneipp regularly: All you need to do is regularly splash your legs with cold water after showering. This promotes blood circulation and elasticity in the veins. 
  6. Diet: Being overweight makes it increasingly difficult for the body to transport blood back to the heart. An anti-inflammatory and balanced diet can help you to prevent phlebitis in the long term. You should also drink plenty of fluids, as a lack of fluids thickens the blood, increasing the risk of blood clots.
  7. Supplementation: Many natural herbs and supplements help to maintain vein health, such as horse chestnut extract, turmeric extract, vitamin E, omega 3 and resveratrol. 

Promote your vein and leg health at an early stage - before vein problems even develop!

 

Sources (in English)

 Pittler, M. H., & Ernst, E. (2012). Horse chestnut seed extract for chronic venous insufficiency. The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, 11(11), CD003230. https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD003230.pub4

Underland, V., Sæterdal, I., & Nilsen, E. S. (2012). Cochrane summary of findings: horse chestnut seed extract for chronic venous insufficiency. Global advances in health and medicine, 1(1), 122–123. https://doi.org/10.7453/gahmj.2012.1.1.018