Varicose Veins Physiotherapy and Compressions Stockings

What are Varicose Veins?

Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that can happen anywhere in the body.  They most commonly appear in the lower half more specifically the quads and calves.  While not a life-threatening condition they can be mildly uncomfortable. And if left untreated can and most likely lead to further serious problems.  In some cases, it is possible that an individual with varicose veins may feel uncomfortable or embarrassed due to it being noticeably visible.

Varicose Veins or Spider Veins?

Spider veins are a milder type of varicose veins and often look like a spiders’ web and are blue or red in colour and can commonly be seen in the face or just under the skin.

Causes of Varicose Veins

The cause of Varicose veins is due to increased blood pressure in the superficial veins.  Blood moves towards the heart by one-way valves in the veins when these veins become weakened or damaged blood can begin collecting in the veins causing the veins to dilate or become enlarged.  Some common causes of these veins are age (45-year-old), gender (female more common), sitting and standing for prolonged periods which can cause the blood to pool in the leg veins thus increasing the pressure being visible under the skin. With this enlargement and increased pressure, it can weaken the walls and cause valvular damage if left untreated.

Common complaints from individuals with this medical condition often report aching in the calves, heaviness in the lower legs, highly susceptible to fatigue and foot cramps while sleeping.

Risk Factors of Varicose Veins

• higher weight
• Older age
• Female (45 yrs +)
• Leg injury
• Pregnancy
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Smoking
• Hormone replacement or oral contraceptives

Treatment for Varicose Veins

If seen by a physiotherapist there are a few different treatments they will prescribe you so that the varicose veins can be managed and mitigated.

• Leg Elevation: Lifting the legs above the heart 3-4 times a day for 15 mins, if regularly sitting or standing for long periods of the day you will be instructed to flex the legs occasionally so that the blood can keep circulating. The leg elevation therapy will help reduce leg swelling and reduce some of the pain in the calves.
• Compression Stockings: Elastic stockings squeeze the veins and prevent blood from pooling in the lower legs and are very effective if worn everyday. For further details about compression stockings see the physiotherapist for measurements, colour, insurance coverage and price.

Benefits of Physiotherapy for Varicose Veins

Physiotherapy mainly helps with improving blood circulation in the legs and thighs also if surgery was done it is recommended to seek a physiotherapist because they can help heal the damaged veins without the use of drugs.  Manual manipulation therapies that physiotherapists specialize in can relieve stress and pain and reduce swelling and discomfort after sitting or standing for long periods of time.

• Management in Clinic and At-Home
  • Jogging, Running and Walking
  • Riding a bicycle (can also be stationary)
  • Leg Lifts
  • Lunges
  • Rocking feet (wobble board)
  • IFC or Muscle stim therapies to increase blood flow

Why Compression Stockings

High compression stockings are more effective than medium or low compression and can reduce the pain and swelling felt with varicose veins.  There is no danger in wearing compression stockings however it is very important that you seek your physiotherapist for the proper measurements it is also important to speak to your doctor to determine if there are any other co morbidities you are living with because then it can be dangerous.

• Benefits
  • Improved blood circulation
  • Prevent blood pooling
  • Reduce leg swelling
  • Prevent ulcers
  • Prevent blood clots
  • Reduce Pain
  • Reduce varicose veins
  • Improve lymph drainage

   

For more details talk to the physiotherapist about insurance coverage, sizing, medical history, pricing, color and measurements.  The physiotherapist will provide further education upon making a brief appointment on how and what times of day to wear the compression stockings and for how long.

If you or someone you know who is suffering from Varicose Veins Call Curezone Physiotherapy today!! We have a Physiotherapy Clinic near Heartland town centre and is situated in the central Mississauga to serve you all.

Sheena John

Registered Physiotherapist

Varicose Vein Treatment in Mississauga and Oakville

Are you having bulging, twisted veins? Suffering from aching or heavy legs? Is there any swelling in the lower legs? Have you been suffering from throbbing or burning sensation in or around affected veins? Are you having excessive itching in your legs? Is there any discoloration or darkening of the skin? Do you suffer from muscle cramps in the night? Are there sores that are chronic?

If you are looking for Varicose Vein treatment in Mississauga or Oakville, or leg physiotherapy, you have come to the right place! Your experts here work extra hard so that we can earn your trust as Your best varicose vein treatment center in Mississauga and Oakville. Our Mississauga and Oakville Leg and Foot Physiotherapy experts are highly trained and experienced in providing a range of treatments. Curezone Physiotherapy’s clinics are equipped with advanced treatment equipment including cutting-edge Spine Decompression Traction tables, neck traction devices, and knee braces to get you back pain relief at one of our Mississauga and Oakville Centers.

We welcome you to click below to book an appointment with one of our expert physiotherapists.

Mississauga:

Physiotherapy Clinic Mississauga – Curezone Physiotherapy, Heartland Mississauga.

Physiotherapy Clinic Erin Mills – Curezone Physiotherapy, Erin Mills Mississauga.

Oakville:

Physiotherapy Clinic Oakville – Curezone Physiotherapy, Burloak Oakville.