Be sure to drink at least 6-8 glasses of water every day. Increase exercise and activity if possible. If you have been sedentary, check with your physician before starting a new exercise routine. You should start slowly and gradually increase time and frequency. Wear compression stockings to give extra support to the affected blood vessels.
Smoking causes constriction of the blood vessels.
Keep extremities elevated whenever possible. Do not wear restrictive clothing around the waist or legs. Apply cool, moist compresses intermittently to elevated lower extremities. The information and treatment options provided at this website are only a reference source and are not intended to substitute for a healthcare provider 's diagnosis, advise and treatment. Consult a qualified practitioner for proper medical care.