Sanjiv Lakhanpal published in several medical research journals through the Lakhanpal Vein Foundation to help educate and raise awareness for vascular disease. He has been practicing medicine for 25 years, and is the founder of The Center for Vascular Medicine. Let's talk about your vascular health. Call us: What is Venous Insufficiency? Exercise When you move, so does your blood. Elevation When you elevate your legs, you allow gravity to naturally bring blood back toward your heart.
Proper skin care Venous insufficiency can often cause dry, itchy skin that is prone to rashes, and in some advanced cases, infections and wounds. Skin irritation, or dermatitis, can sometimes be reversed with a good skin care regimen to include the following: Hydrate- opt for greasy products like coconut oil versus runny lotions, and apply to towel-dried, intact skin Avoid harsh chemicals like perfumes and anti-microbials Avoid touching and rubbing the skin throughout the day Wear a clean pair of compression socks daily.
Foods and supplements Horse Chestnut- One promising ingredient in the fight against venous insufficiency is horse chestnut extract. This natural supplement is probably not in your medicine cabinet yet, but if you have venous insufficiency, maybe it should be.
Clinical trials have found horse chestnut to help reverse symptom of venous insufficiency like leg swelling and itching. It may even help reverse skin damage and discoloration caused by chronic venous insufficiency. Horse chestnut extract can be found over-the-counter at specialty vitamin stores, and also prescribed under the brand name Vasculera, although insurance coverage is limited, as it generally is for most other supplements.
Water- staying well hydrated improves the viscosity of blood. Anti-inflammatory diets- Certain foods are known to be inflammatory and could, in theory, interfere with optimal circulation. Foods to avoid if you are attempting an anti-inflammatory diet include animal products, processed food, and fried food.
Instead, focus on eating naturally derived, whole foods prepared at home. The more colorful the plate, the better. Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products.
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