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Varicose Veins – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Lifestyle Changes

You can make certain lifestyle adjustments to improve symptoms of varicose veins and prevent them from becoming worse. These include:

– Working out regularly to improve blood circulation

– Maintaining a healthy weight or losing weight to reduce pressure on veins

– Avoid sitting or standing too long

– Wearing compression stockings or socks

– Elevate the affected legs during sleeping or resting

Doing these things when you already have varicose veins would be effective in preventing new ones from developing. Make sure to consult your doctor and make proper changes to ensure the best effectiveness.[7]