Treatment of varicose veins in the legs with folk remedies

how to treat varicose veins in the legs

Varicose veins are a vascular disease in which their walls become thinner. As a result, the veins dilate and dilate, pathological nodules form and blood flow is disturbed. Varicose veins in the legs are diagnosed more often. But hands often suffer. There are also varicose veins of the uterus in women, testicles in men. It is not easy to normalize the situation - it is often necessary to use surgical intervention. But in the initial stages of disease development, varicose veins can be treated with folk remedies.

Alternative medicine knows many ways to strengthen and restore blood vessels. These are diets, exercises, various decoctions, infusions, compresses. All of them are more harmless than pharmaceutical preparations, so many people prefer to make only natural remedies. But it is important to remember that in advanced situations, traditional medicine can only be used as an adjunct. In any case, such treatment should be agreed with the doctor.

Behavioral characteristics of a person suffering from varicose veins

When treating varicose veins and thrombophlebitis with folk remedies and more traditional methods, a person should adhere to a certain lifestyle. The fact is that there are behavioral errors that often lead to the development of the disease and they must be eliminated.

What to look for first:

  • Clothes. Tight jeans and tight belts make it difficult for blood to pass through the veins. It is better to choose shoes with small heels. Studs and a completely flat sole exacerbate the situation with varicose veins of the lower extremities.
  • Physical activity. It should be present in life - but in moderation. Heavy loads are excluded, but complete inactivity will also bring harm. Regular walks in the fresh air, cycling, swimming in the pool are encouraged. If work is sedentary, you should take frequent breaks - get up and take at least a few steps around the room. The chair or stool should be as comfortable as possible. Prolonged sitting especially worsens the situation with varicose veins of the pelvis.
  • Water treatments. Hot baths for this disease are extremely undesirable, but a contrast bath should be taken more often - it improves blood circulation.
  • Cosmetic procedures. It is better to refuse electrolysis and wax hair removal.
  • Bad habits. Alcohol and smoking significantly worsen the situation with varicose veins.

Therapeutic diet

diet for varicose veins

During treatment with folk remedies for varicose veins of the lower extremities and other parts of the body, only proper nutrition can slow down the process. And, perhaps, funds will no longer be needed. And in more severe forms, a therapeutic diet will speed up the healing process.

Patient diet should be abundant:

  • vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C;
  • seafood, seaweed;
  • cereals;
  • fiber-rich foods;
  • honey;
  • arra;
  • legumes
  • ;
  • hips, raisins, currants;
  • vegetable oil;
  • parsley, dill;
  • garlic;
  • offal (liver, heart, tongue).

It is recommended that you unsubscribe from:

    salt
  • - exclude it at least for the period of active treatment, or minimize it;
  • fried, smoked;
  • meat (especially pork);
  • canned food;
  • pickled dishes;
  • strong tea;
  • kafe;
  • sweets and sugar.

For varicose veins, you should drink plenty of clean (non-carbonated) water. Green and herbal teas are also helpful. It is advisable to start your meal with a light vegetable salad soaked in vegetable oil. And you should end it by staying a little hungry. Being overweight is very harmful for vascular diseases.

Special drawers

With advanced varicose veins, treatment with folk remedies and other methods should be adjusted by wearing special underwear.

Compression hosiery, socks, knee pads, leggings and other knitwear compress varicose veins, increasing pressure and speeding up blood flow. This significantly reduces the risk of blood clots.

Such underwear should be selected under the guidance of a physician. In terms of effect, there are different types of compression stockings. For preventive purposes, a weaker pressure is required, and in the later stages of varicose veins, increased pressure.

The T-shirt is usually worn in the morning - immediately after waking up and removed at bedtime. But you can not wear it all the time.

Compression garments are contraindicated in case of cardiopulmonary insufficiency, atherosclerosis, orthoarthritis, bed sores, dermatitis, skin allergies, open wounds. It is carefully prescribed for people suffering from diabetes.

Gymnastic Exercises

difficult It is difficult to overestimate the benefits of gymnastics in treating varicose veins, which often results from a sedentary lifestyle. Special exercises improve blood and lymph flow through the vessels, tone and strengthen their walls, normalize blood pressure and make a person more resilient. Gymnastics is especially indicated for those who spend a lot of time in a sitting position. Experts recommend doing it in the morning and evening, setting aside thirty minutes for it.

Exercises for different types of diseases:

gymnastic exercises for varicose veins
  • Practically with all types of varicose veins, such gymnastics is indicated: in the prone position, bend one lower limb and pull it to the chest; steer, pull and hold for a few seconds. Then lower yourself and repeat the same movements with the other leg.
  • Also, an exercise is considered universal, during which you need, while sitting in a chair and resting your heels on the floor, to make all-round movements with your toes.
  • Suitable for all patients and "swallow". Stand on your feet, straighten, stand on tiptoe and spread your arms. Then exhale and take one foot back. Repeat the same with the other limb.
  • With varicose veins of the legs, it is useful to perform a very simple exercise: lie on a firm surface, placing a pillow under your feet. At the same time, it is important to relax as much as possible, close your eyes, breathe deeply and evenly. Lie like this for 10-15 minutes.
  • In the treatment of folk remedies for varicose veins of the pelvis (varicose veins of the uterus or ovaries), the exercise "bike" will help. Lying on your back, you should make rotational movements with your feet, imitating a ride. It is also recommended to do regular "scissors", including cross movements (horizontal and vertical) of the legs in an inclined position.
  • Men suffering from varicose veins of the testicles are shown to rest most often on the toes, staying in this position for about 20 seconds, and then suddenly "sitting" on the heels. This will allow you to fight the congestion in the veins of the genital organ.

Traditional medicine

Traditional medicines should be used in conjunction with diet, exercise and lifestyle adjustments. They are milder than pharmaceutical products and are much cheaper. Of course, it is far from always possible to pass only by popular recipes. In advanced cases, this is ruled out. But even in the most difficult situations, they will not be superfluous.

The main purpose of traditional medicine is to prevent congestion in the veins. For this, various decoctions, oils, creams, compresses and other home remedies are used. Recipes for the most effective ones are given below.

Application of tinctures

Medicinal tinctures for the treatment of varicose veins have internal and external use.

prescriptions for folk remedies for the treatment of varicose veins

The following tools worked fine:

  1. Kalanchoe effectively treats vascular diseases of the lower extremities. The leaves of this plant should be crushed, filled with medical alcohol in a 1: 1 ratio and left for a while, tightly closing the container. After a few days, the tincture can be rubbed into the affected skin. The vascular network will disappear.
  2. Horse chestnut is used in the treatment of varicose veins of the uterus with folk remedies. You will need 50 grams of its flowers, which should be filled with vodka or alcohol. Insist for 14 days, shaking occasionally. Take 2 tablespoons orally three times a day a few minutes before meals. The duration of the course is one week.
  3. Another recipe for treating pelvic pathologies (varicose veins of the uterus or ovaries) is a solution of a mixture of herbs. You need to take in equal proportions dandelion root, horse tail, reed, chamomile, mother and clover and combine all of this (you can buy a ready-made collection at the pharmacy). 2 tablespoons of the mixture is poured into 0. 5 liters of boiling water and left in a thermos overnight. Take orally four times a day, 50 grams.
  4. With varicose veins of the testicles in men, treatment with folk remedies includes taking an infusion of birch and strawberry leaves, sweet clover and oat straw. All this is crushed, mixed in a 1: 1 ratio, and then a tablespoon of the collection is poured into 600 ml of boiling water. Insist 30 minutes. Strain Take 0, 25 cups three times daily before meals. The duration of the course is one month.

Compression treatment

Compresses act on varicose veins no worse than tinctures. A variety of ingredients are used for their preparation. Most of them are always nearby.

Here are the simplest and most convenient recipes:

  • Tomato compression.Fresh vegetables are finely chopped and applied with gauze to the affected area. You can secure the compression with an elastic bandage. Hold for a few hours. Then, updating, repeat twice more. The procedure is harmless and suitable for everyday use.
  • Cabbage compression.This requires a regular vegetable. A sheet of white cabbage should be smeared with soap and placed on a sore spot, which should first be sprinkled with soda. Secure with a bandage, leave overnight.
  • Alcohol compression.Moisten warm socks with vodka, place on steamed limbs. Leave overnight. The product effectively improves blood circulation.

Applying the decoctions

decoction for the treatment of varicose veins

Different types of decoctions are mainly used to relieve pain. They are particularly effective when it comes to internal forms of the disease (for example, varicose veins of the uterus) and the use of external agents is impossible.

Recipe:

  • Nettle tea.Two tablespoons of crushed dried herbs are poured into 200 ml of water and boiled. Cool naturally and drink a quarter of a glass three times a day. The duration of the course is one month.
  • Soup with Calendula.Pour a few tablespoons with a glass of water and bring to a boil. You can add honey during the cooling process to taste. Let sit for 30 minutes and drink a few hours before your breakfast meal. You can drink the next glass after a few hours. And so several times a day. The course of treatment is one month.

Friction Bonding and Treatment

When treating varicose veins with folk remedies in the initial stage, rubbing and application are actively used. They help to remove the "net" of blood vessels and slow down the development of the disease.

Here are some ways:

  • One of the most effective remedies against varicose veins is apple cider vinegar. Dilute in the amount of 2 tablespoons with a glass of water, then wet with gauze and apply on the affected area for 30 minutes.
  • Boil the potato skins. Then they are cooled, ground and applied to the "star" of the dishes for several hours.
  • You can also put a glass of water in a boil with 2 tablespoons of chamomile or wormwood. Rub into affected skin after cooling.

Folk remedies are good for various diseases in the initial stage. Compared to the methods of traditional medicine, they have a milder effect on the body, have fewer side effects and contraindications. They are actively used in the case of vascular pathologies: varicose veins of the uterus, lower and upper extremities, testicles. Especially at the beginning of the development of these diseases.

it is imperative that you consult your doctor to get the best result. He will tell you which tools are most suitable to use in a particular situation. When using traditional medicines, you need to be patient. They work slower than synthetic drugs. But regular procedures will certainly have an effect.