FAQs for healthy legs

Common leg issues 1/3

Q) How common are leg issues?

A) Leg issues are experienced by about 30% of people in Europe. From a recent survey by Boehringer Ingelheim of 4,000 women in Germany, UK, France and Mexico, it was found that 24% very often / often suffer from achy legs, 21% very often / often suffer from heavy legs and 28% very often / often suffer from tired legs. more

Other leg health problems very often / often suffered by the women included swollen legs (12%), spider veins (15%), varicose veins (13%), cramps (17%) and knee problems (19%).

Q) What causes common leg issues?

A) Heavy, tired legs may be caused by too much time sitting or standing still and may be linked to lifestyle - for example long hours spent traveling, poor diet choices and not enough time for exercise. Leg issues may also be linked to medical conditions, such as pregnancy or diabetes, or some medicines, or in some cases it may simply be age. more

Q) Which medical conditions can trigger leg issues?

A) Vein disorder can be the cause of many leg issues such as painful, swollen, heavy and tired legs or also varicose veins. Vein disorders are very common and most people experience a decline in leg circulation with age. Vein disorders can manifest themselves in the form of varicose veins (bluish, bulging and dilated veins), in chronic venous insufficiency (return of blood from the legs is chronically impaired) or in oedema (impaired drainage of blood in the leg veins). more

Pregnancy: pregnancy may be accompanied by swelling in the feet, ankles and legs. Symptoms usually go away after delivery, however, it is recommended to take steps to look after your legs to prevent any problems from re-occurring in the future. Please speak with your doctor before taking a medication or supplement if you are pregnant. more

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