In addition to the health benefits we already know, you can also use pillars to treat varicose veins. competence
In addition to all the health benefits already known, did you know that there are also benefits pilates for varicose veins?
According to the vascular surgeon and angiologist Eduardo Toledo de Aguiar, varicose veins plague the daily lives of many women due to their discomfort, pain, swelling, appearance and itching. However, despite being a disease that occurs more in women, men are also affected by the famous dilated veins.
However, there are already several treatments for this disease, from less invasive to more complex ones, such as surgery. “What some people still don’t know is that Pilates and physical activity can help blood circulation, alleviating symptoms,” says the doctor.
What are varicose veins?
“Varicose veins are simply twisted, dilated veins that cause the blood valves to ‘open and close’ to malfunction. The valves help with circulation because they cause blood to flow upward towards the heart when they are functioning normally “explains Aguiar.
“When these valves do not do their job, due to the dilation of the veins, a certain volume of blood stagnates in the leg, overloading the capillaries, promoting edema, causing symptoms and triggering skin changes,” he continues.
Therefore, as the veins expand, they become more visible because they are closer to the surface of the skin, forming the typical patterns of varicose veins and varicose veins. In most cases they are localized to the lower limbs (legs and feet).
The main causative factors of this disease are:
- Type of occupation, spending many hours standing or sitting in the same position;
- Genetic predisposition;
- Overweight;
- Sedentary lifestyle;
- Pregnancy.
“Those who think that the problem is only aesthetic are wrong. This disease can cause severe pain, a feeling of heaviness in the legs, night cramps, darkening of the skin and even clots in the most serious cases,” says the vascular surgeon and angiologist.
Therefore, a great way to treat and prevent symptoms is to exercise, which activates the leg muscles and can relieve pain and cramps, because these muscles keep blood moving in the veins of the legs.
How does pilates help?
Practiced regularly, Pilates improves circulation, fights swelling and acts directly on the cause of the problem, providing relief, as it strengthens, lengthens and defines the calf muscles, our second heart and very important for blood pumping.
“This method promotes the re-education of body movements, which improves breathing, increases flexibility, corrects posture and prevents injuries. When dealing with varicose veins, Pilates activates blood circulation in the muscles and, at the same time, makes it work, avoiding venous congestion”, underlines the doctor.
And he continues: “The movements practiced are gentle, so the exercises are not high impact, a positive point if you are also overweight.”
Benefits of Pilates for varicose veins
According to Aguiar, this treatment method consists of an exercise session designed based on observation of the individual and their needs. This ensures that results are achieved, bringing several benefits. Some of them are:
- Improves balance;
- Relieves pain caused by varicose veins;
- Stretches and strengthens muscles;
- Reduces swelling;
- Increases flexibility.
“However, to achieve these benefits, it is essential to have a medical evaluation before starting to practice Pilates, as varicose veins can form clots, which can cause future complications,” she explains.
“Also, it is always good to ask the instructor for help so that he can make sure that the movements are performed correctly. If practiced correctly, Pilates is a good alternative in the treatment of varicose veins,” he concludes.
Source: Terra
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