The hostess reminds viewers that anyone with symptoms like these should see a doctor. Such individuals, under the supervision of their health care professional, also may benefit from the self care activities. The first activity is daily leg compression. We observe individuals using layered compression bandages and compression stockings. We learn that daily leg compression, whether it's from bandages, mechanical pumps or doctor-approved stockings, is essential for wound healing and the prevention of recurrences.
Graphics demonstrate the positive effect compression has upon damaged leg veins.
The second daily activity is walking and other simple calf pump exercises. We are reminded that the calf pump helps push blood out of the legs. This helps to keep pressure in the leg veins at a safer level. We observe individuals who are unable to take walks as they demonstrate simple calf pump exercises while seated. The third daily activity is elevating the legs above the heart.