FAQs for healthy legs

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Q) How can I stop my legs from feeling painful when I'm at work?

A) If you are worried that you are spending too much time sitting or standing, there are some steps that you can take to give your legs a lift. During work time, remember to move around at least once every hour and make sure you do a few seated and standing leg stretches. If your job involves lots of lifting or kneeling, give yourself a short break at regular intervals. Also, choose comfortable clothes and shoes that are not too tight and allow plenty of movement and think about individually tailored compression stockings if you already have varicose veins.

In addition, remember to sit straight, with both feet on the ground and avoid crossing your legs or slouching, try to avoid getting too cold or too hot - both extremes are bad for your legs.

Q) I am pregnant and my legs are often swollen is this normal?

A) Unfortunately, swollen legs and varicose veins are very common during pregnancy because of the hormonal changes and the pressure of the womb on the veins of the legs. You can cut down on the risk of developing varicose veins by wearing compression stockings during the day, putting your feet up frequently and doing specific exercises. You should speak with your doctor to discuss treatment options.

Q) What treatment options are there for my legs?

A) There are various products which you can use to treat your leg issues such as natural products based on venoactive ingredients as the extract from red vine leaves (containing Flaven^TM), horse chestnut seed extract (containing aescin) or butcher's broom rootstock extract (containing ruscogenin) which help aid with circulation and varicose veins. Moreover using support / compression stockings or topical applications such as creams, gels and sprays offer relief to leg complaints. Sports creams help with joint problems and muscle strains, cosmetic creams improve skin issues. Please ask your pharmacist for further information on the best treatment for you.