Il circulation system of our body is responsible for sending blood, oxygen and nutrients to the whole body. When blood flow to a specific part of the body is reduced, symptoms of poor circulation may occur.
This is especially the case in lower limbs of the body: legs, ankles and feet. Swelling in these parts of the body, also known as peripheral edema, refers to an accumulation of liquid; it's always good contact your doctor if you show up, because there are multiple conditions that can lead to poor circulation and consequent swelling of the limbs.
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SYMPTOMS OF POOR CIRCULATION
Common symptoms of poor circulation include:
- Tingling
- Numbness
- Stinging or stabbing pain in the limbs
- Muscle cramps
- Swelling and edema
COMMON CAUSES OF SWELLING LEGS AND MICROCIRCULATION
There are many potential causes for swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet; in most cases, swelling occurs due to some factors such as:
- Overweight: Excess fat mass can reduce blood circulation, causing fluid to accumulate in the lower limbs
- Stand or sit for a long time: quando i muscoli sono inattivi, non possono pompare fluidi verso il cuore; la ritenzione di water e sangue può causare gonfiore
- Taking certain medications: steroids, estrogens, some antidepressants and anti-inflammatories can lead to water retention, causing swelling
- Hormonal changes: Fluctuating levels of estrogen and progesterone can cause reduced circulation in the legs resulting in swelling
- Blood clots: When a blood clot forms in a vein, circulation can be impaired
- Injuries or infectionsThese two conditions, if they affect the feet, ankles, or legs, can cause increased blood flow to the affected area
REMEDIES FOR SWELLED LEGS AND MICROCIRCULATION
If the your doctor does not find pathologies of any kind, there are several home remedies you can try if your legs tend to swell often; these methods can help relieve pain and swelling.
- Raise your legs every time you are lying down
- Stay active and focus on stretching and moving your legs
- Reduce thesalt intake
- Avoid wearing pants that are too tight
- Maintain a stable body weight
- Wear compression stockings that help microcirculation
- Get up and move at least once an hour if you do a very sedentary job
INTEGRATION AND BLOOD CIRCULATION
Keeping active and in shape is certainly the first advice to be implemented to solve the problem of swollen legs; There are also some supplements that can help to strengthen microcirculation:
- Vitamin C: : migliora il metabolism del collagene e dei vasi sanguigni, rafforzando, così, la microcircolazione
- Cranberry: acts on the functionality of the vascular endothelium, improving blood circulation
- Ginkgo biloba: promotes tissue oxygenation, supporting microcirculation
- Red grapevine: helps reduce the feeling of fatigue and heaviness in the legs and feet, promoting venous circulation
- Diosmin: molecule of vegetable origin present in citrus fruits, it is used as an adjuvant in the treatment of circulatory system disorders, such as varicose veins and poor circulation of the legs.
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