Varicose veins require complex treatment, which includes drug therapy and the use of conservative methods and surgery. One way to relieve the symptoms of this disease is to massage for varicose veins.
There are many techniques available to improve vein health and reduce congestion. However, experts do not recommend using it without consulting your doctor, as improperly selected massage for varicose veins can worsen symptoms and result in serious complications.
Is it possible to do a massage for varicose veins?
Violation of venous circulation in the lower part of the leg is caused by weakness of the veins, but the main source of the disease is often insufficient muscle tension. That is why doctors consider massage for varicose veins as an effective enough method to prevent and treat this disease.
A course therapy consisting of 10-12 sessions is required for a significant improvement in blood vessel condition and reduction of symptoms.
The main task for varicose veins is to reduce the load on the walls of blood vessels and improve their tone. In addition to medications, this can be done using conservative methods. Even a classic relaxing massage for varicose veins can significantly improve a patient’s condition.
With the right technique you can:
- improves the general condition of blood vessels by increasing the venous wall;
- increases venous blood flow and reduces strain on veins by increasing muscle tone;
- to reduce congestion in soft tissues by increasing microcirculation;
- relieves swelling by increasing lymph outflow.
According to official standards, only certain types of massage can be done for varicose veins. In addition, when choosing it, it is necessary to focus on the patient's current condition, the stage of the disease and its associated complications.
Unfortunately, such factors are often overlooked, and many women do not think about the consequences of the procedure. They do not consult a doctor about the possibility of doing anti-cellulite massage with varicose veins, but rely on the choice of massage home workers.
Even certified specialists are unable to assess all risks in patients with varicose veins. At best, before the first session, he will ask for a certificate from the doctor, at worst, he will ignore the presence of varicose veins.
Phlebologists say that foot massage with varicose veins should be done with extreme caution, especially if the disease persists.
It is believed that improper physical effects on soft tissues and blood vessels can cause complications:
- extra vein stretching with the formation of large "pockets" in which blood clots can form;
- rupture of vessel wall with subsequent bleeding;
- inflammation of the vascular wall;
- thrombus detachment that can drift along the venous network to internal organs.
Before deciding whether to perform a massage for varicose veins, the patient should undergo an initial examination, where conditions can be found that prevent the use of this method of therapy.
Contraindications
There are several contraindications to massage the veins of the lower leg with varicose veins: from skin lesions present in the area of the intended effect to systemic pathology that can immediately cause complications during physical action on the tissues.
The absolute reason why massage techniques should not be used for varicose veins in the legs is:
- The process of inflammation and acute infection. Direct physical effects in such diseases can lead to the spread of infection or thrombosis.
- Thrombophlebitis or the tendency to form blood clots. During the session, blood clots can rupture with the development of ischemic stroke, myocardial infarction or thromboembolism of internal organs (usually the lungs).
- Grade 3 hypertension. Increased blood pressure puts extra pressure on the veins and increases the amount of venous blood. Excessive vessel wall stretching and rupture may occur.
- Atherosclerotic vascular changes. This procedure can cause separate lipid plaques and trigger thrombosis, ischemia, and other complications.
It is forbidden to massage the lower legs with varicose veins in patients suffering from dermatitis and other skin diseases in the area of exposure.
In addition to unconditional, this method has relative contraindications. For example, procedures using certain oils or topical preparations are not performed for those with individual intolerance to funds.
The list of contraindications also depends on the type of massage:
- contraindications for LPG massage for varicose veins, vacuum and anti-cellulite techniques are subcompensation processes;
- hydromassage is not used for signs of trophic ulcer formation;
- Impulse exposure using household electronic devices is contraindicated in arrhythmias and other heart diseases, epilepsy.
Important!Do not hide from specialists or attending attending physicians or underlying illnesses that may result in a refusal to perform the session. This can be a dangerous consequence of health and life.
Types of massage for varicose veins
There are several types of foot massage for varicose veins, which have individual characteristics and are therefore used at different stages of the disease and for a variety of similar health disorders. Not many techniques with the dominance of anti-varicose action. A large number of types of foot massage for varicose veins are borrowed from cosmetology practice. This is a procedure with cupping and exposure to vacuum, lymphatic drainage and modern LPG hardware techniques, hydromassage and others.
The use of cupping massage for varicose veins in the lower part of the leg is only allowed at level 1, where there are no signs of decompensation (visible veins, tissue ischemia). With the development of venous insufficiency, the emptiness produced by the bank helps normalize capillary and venous blood flow, eliminates edema and helps normalize tissue nutrition. At a later stage, as well as in chronic varicose veins, any type of vacuum massage for varicose veins, including canned ones, is contraindicated.
The use of LPG massage for varicose veins - a more modern tool vacuum technique - shows excellent results in stages 1 and 2 of the disease. With chronic and rapidly growing varicose veins, this technique is contraindicated.
The use of gentle lymphatic drainage massage techniques for varicose veins in the legs is allowed at any stage of the disease, as it is accompanied by a stagnant process.
With the help of hardware or mechanical lymphatic drainage, significant improvement can be achieved in several ways:
- swelling removal;
- increased tissue nutrition and reduced ischemic changes;
- restoration of venous blood flow;
- elimination of muscle spasms and pain reduction.
Regarding the popular anti-cellulite foot massage, for varicose veins, it can be used very carefully, and only if there are no superficial dilated veins and significant ischemic changes. In the early stages of the disease, this type of therapy technique will be useful, especially if the patient is overweight.
With varicose veins, the anti-cellulite effect should not be accompanied by tissue warming. Massage for patients with such a diagnosis is recommended to do without the use of warming ointments and initial warming of the limbs.
Hydromassage of the legs for varicose veins is possible at any stage of the disease. It can be done in specialized salons and clinics, as well as at home. A special hydromassage bath or shower head with several water pressure modes can serve as hydromassage.
Along with plain warm water, you can use a healing solution during the procedure:
- essential oils with tightening and tonic effects;
- decoctions of chamomile or calendula;
- with severe leg fatigue, you can use decoctions with soothing effects (mint, rosemary).
With varicose veins, you can also use mechanical household massage tools for the feet, equipped with acne, soft needles or vibrating tools. Such a device is most effective in the early stages of varicose veins, and in the event of severe severe venous damage, it helps reduce the symptoms of the disease.
Foot massage for varicose veins at home
Anti-varicose massage at home (free) is an affordable and completely free alternative for those who cannot visit a clinic or massage center for a variety of reasons. Self-massage with varicose veins is the same requirement as taking medication orally and using external agents.
However, in order for the display not to endanger the ship, a number of rules must be followed:
- before performing a massage for varicose veins, see a doctor and follow his recommendations;
- carefully review the literature describing the different techniques and select the type of exposure appropriate to the current condition and degree of varicose veins;
- study the contraindications and evaluate your condition seriously, not ignoring the signs of change that hinder the use of massage techniques.
To do foot massage at home with varicose veins, you need not only theoretical knowledge, but also special tools: masseurs, creams and gels, special shower heads (if hydromassage is selected), as well as compression underwear, which should be wornimmediately after the session. . . It is best to buy at a specialized store.
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Algorithms for performing lower limb massage with varicose veins are standard for any type of procedure:
- Rest and relax the limb circulatory system. It is recommended to lie down 10-30 minutes before the start of the session, placing your feet on a pillow or roller until they are slightly above heart level.
- You should start the procedure as soon as you rest, without getting up or moving. Enough to sit in a comfortable chair or bedside with your feet flat on the floor.
- Before performing a foot massage, an anti-varicose agent (any venotonic cream or ointment prescribed by a doctor) should be applied to the skin. No need to spread it all over the surface of the feet - just put the medicine in the palm of your hand and warm it a little.
- You need to start the impact from the bottom of the foot, gradually rising from the foot to the hip.
- Need to move smoothly, without sudden jerks and pressures. The range of motion is wide. During hydromassage, circular movements of limited amplitude are performed.
- In places where spider veins and prominent veins appear, the level of pressure on the tissue must be minimal.
Each leg must be massaged for at least 20 minutes, after which they take the starting position - lying down with their legs slightly raised - and stay in it for 10-15 minutes. After that, you can wear a compression garment.
If during the session a burning sensation appears, the skin has acquired a pale color, swelling and increased pain, it should be stopped.
For a positive dynamic appearance, at least 10 self-massage sessions are required. Intervals of 1 or 2 days must be observed between individual treatments. Daily massage for varicose veins can cause complications.