Varicose veins on the legs. Treatment of folk remedies, recipes with lemon, honey, soap, potatoes, burdock leaves, ointment. What to do at home

Varicose veins in the legs - is a pathology in which there is a painful lower limbs stretching due to weak walls and valves. Treatment and prevention of this disease has proven folk remedies with a good hand.

What are varicose veins in the legs

When vascular pathology blood stagnates in the veins, expanding them. The valves are not working at full strength, blood flow deteriorates. And the worse the blood circulation, the more expanding Vienna. For the diagnosis of disease and used Doppler USDS. This study is the most informative. It can be used even at the initial stage of the disease.

Causes of varicose veins:

• hereditary factor;
• Components low activity;
• extreme physical stress (e.g., heavy lifting);
• incorrect footwear (e.g. shoes with heels higher than 6 cm).

If we neglect prevention, the varicose veins can develop into a thrombophlebitis. With this pathology assistance is provided only through the operation.

disease symptoms

To a greater extent susceptible to stretching the superficial veins and deep vessels rarely suffer disease.

Patients notice the following symptoms:

• heaviness and burning in the legs;
• outward manifestation of spider veins;
• fatigue;
• cramps after a night's sleep;
• decreased skin sensitivity;
• swelling of the lower extremities;
• protrusion of veins on the surface;
• bluish skin;
• trophic ulcers (the last stage).

These symptoms are more acute in the summer heat, and in the late afternoon.

varicose veins treatment of folk remedies

Varicose veins on the legs, treatment of folk remedies that are popular there because of the weakness of the vessels. To make the veins tone is used as a means for the external application, and the domestic.

Pros treatment folk remedies:

1. Tested recipes for thousands of years.
2. As part of the natural ingredients that minimize the risk of adverse reactions.
3. Low price. Most of the recipes based on herbs or products available.
4. Few contraindications.
5. It can be used for preventive measures.

Before you begin treatment, you should consult with phlebologist. It is necessary for the diagnosis and selection of appropriate drugs. Self-medication can either help or lead to a negative result.

Disadvantages of Traditional Medicine:

1. It helps only in the early stages of the disease. If a patient is already visible problems, venous congestion and severe swelling, then hope for the pharmacy herb unacceptable. In this case, help is only treated surgically.
2. Most herbs are contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
3. Vysokoallergennye components in the composition may not suit all. This applies to honey, lemon and some herbal medicines.
4. If external damage to the skin should renounce the use of ointments and compresses. This is due to the presence of aggressive components in the composition.
5. In diseases of the gastrointestinal tract is contraindicated the use of lemon, vinegar and mint broth.
6. Liver and kidneys are contraindicated Hypericum and juniper.

Before choosing a method should know about all the side effects, so as not to aggravate the disease.

trays

For the treatment of varicose veins in the legs spread use of baths - a universal folk remedy for many diseases. The advantage of the method is its availability and minimal side effects.

Baths relieve tension down at the end of the day, and cause blood vessels in tone. To obtain a stable effect it is recommended to combine the procedure taking into broths. Water should be a comfortable temperature.

Hot Tub with varicose veins is prohibited.

Recipes trays are shown in the table below:

Ingredients	infusion time	course duration
1 L of warm water; 100 g of sodium hydroxide; 30 g alum.	30 minutes	2 treatments per week for 20 minutes for 30 days.
1 liter of boiling water; 100 g of bog cudweed; 10 g of vegetable oil.	20 minutes	10 min 20-25 procedures.
1 liter of boiling water; 15 g of the chestnut bark; 15 g of camomile; 15 g nettle.	1 hour	10 to 30 min treatments.
5 g of willow bark; 5 g of oak bark; 2.5 liters of boiling water.	Boil for 5-7 minutes.	20 minutes per day for 25-30 days.
200 g of camomile; 3 L of water.	Boil for 7 minutes	20 minutes per day for 25-30 days.
10 g of camomile; 10 g linden; 1 liter of boiling water.	30 minutes	20 minutes per day for 25-30 days.

Another simple method of treatment - training vessels cold shower. jet temperature must be comfortable. Contrast temperature gradually carried out. To simplify the procedure, two containers can be used with warm and cool water.

Apple vinegar

Varicose veins on the legs, treatment of folk remedies is only possible in the early stages of the disease, you can not run. To symptoms progressed, apple cider vinegar is used. It contains iron, iodine, and calcium. Positive effect on the blood vessels will be noticeable within a month of regular procedures.

There are several methods of application of vinegar:

Title	Step-by-step instruction	course duration
trays	1. Dial room temperature water into a container. 2. Add 1 l apple vinegar 6% water. 3. Lower the leg to the tank for 30 minutes.	Every day for a month.
rinsing	1. Prepare a water in a proportion of 250 ml of acetic acid in 1 liter of water. 2. Rinse feet and let it dry without wiping. 3. Repeat up to 3 times a day.	Daily for 2 months.

Salt

For treatment of sea salt is preferably selected, but may be dispensed and table. Sea salt rich in minerals such as magnesium, selenium, iron, iodine. For the treatment can be used to replace or salt solutions in their diets for marine table salt.

The effect of salt therapy:

• anti-inflammatory effect;
• antimicrobial action;
• improvement of blood flow;
• removal of edema;
• prevention of thrombus formation.

For topical application use the salt in the form of trays and warmers:

Title	Step-by-step instruction	course duration
warmers	1. Make the bag of cotton salt. 2. Cool it in the freezer. 3. Attach to the sore spot.	5-15 min
bath	1. 30 g of the first-aid chamomile pour 1.5 liters of boiling water and let stand for 40 minutes. 2. Dissolve in the bath bag of sea salt and camomile tea.	10 sessions of 10-30 minutes

Such treatment will be effective as a preventive or as a supplement to primary therapy.

Soda

Varicose veins on the legs, treatment of folk remedies that are very popular, distributed to half the population. One method of treatment - soda baths. This is a simple and affordable method of treatment, but ineffective. He is able to cope only with initial symptoms of varicose veins.

To make soda bath is necessary to:

1. Dissolve 7-8 Art. l. baking soda in 100 ml of boiling water.
2. Pour soda solution in the bath. The water should not be hot. Maximum temperature - 38 degrees, as soar feet with weak veins dangerous.
3. Being in the bath takes 15 minutes. The legs should be above the pelvis by 10-15 cm for better blood flow. Lift can be with a roller of towels stacked on the bottom.
4. After the procedure, you can not give the load on the legs, so the best time to carry out - before going to bed.
5. The course of treatment consists of 10 procedures, which should be carried out every 3 days. Repeat the course can be carried out in 2-3 months.

If you experience any discomfort the procedure is completed.

flowers of acacia

Locust has anti-inflammatory properties. It contains tannins, organic acids, essential oils. The most commonly used as a component for tinctures or compresses on trituration.

Ingredients	infusion time	course duration
8 Art. l. dried flower acacia; 200 ml 70% alcohol.	1.5 weeks	5 times a day for 10 days.
100 g of dried flowers acacia; 500 ml of 70% alcohol; juice of 1 lemon.	3 weeks	1 time a day at bedtime for 10-15 days.

Tincture of horse chestnut

The plant contains a range of useful substances at varices:

• escin - it dilutes the blood and strengthens blood vessels;
• eskupin - prevents swelling;
• rutin - increases vascular permeability, dispersing cholesterol;
• kaempferol - possesses wound-healing effect.

The use of horse chestnut is contraindicated in:

• pregnancy and lactation;
• reduced pressure;
• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• kidney disease;
• thrombocytopenia.

For the preparation of tinctures used peel chestnuts collected spring.

For the treatment of varicose veins using the recipe:

1. Grind the peel chestnuts.
2. Pour 50 grams of peels 450 ml of vodka.
3. Put in a dark place for 2 weeks.
4. Grindings are carried out before going to bed, soaked in the infusion cotton pad movements from the bottom up.
5. The course of procedures - 10 days with a break for a month.

Lemon juice

Citrus fruits - is a powerful source of vitamins and antioxidants. The lemon contains ascorbic acid, vitamin B1, B6, B9, rutin and carotene.

When varicose veins it is used for the purpose of:

• increase vascular tone;
• remove the swelling in the legs;
• accelerate metabolism;
• prevent blood clots;
• reduce the permeability of capillaries.

Before applying lemon, make sure no allergies. This requires to apply a small amount of oil to the juice or elbow bend and monitor the reaction for a day.

To pass the course of treatment will require:

1. The base oil, e.g., from peach stones, jojoba or avocado, mixed with the essential oil of lemon. It is necessary to keep the proportion of 5 ml of base and 1-2 drops of lemon oil.
2. Hold light foot massage using oil. Wait until it is completely absorbed.
3. The procedure is repeated for 20-30 days.

Such treatment is prohibited conduct under any skin lesions and dermatitis.

Compresses and lotions with varicose veins

Varicose veins in the legs, treatment of folk remedies can be carried out using vegetable mixtures in the form of compresses, it requires regular therapy. To obtain a stable treatment effect, such procedures are repeated daily 30-45 consecutive days. Packs may not be used for any skin lesions, particularly in trophic ulcers. Others they have no contraindications.

Clay

For the treatment of varicose veins are used green or blue clay. These species have rich mineral composition, possess antiseptic properties, to absorb toxins. Compresses clay bring relief even at the second stage of the disease when apparent venous nodes.

The most popular recipe - blue clay with garlic:

1. Prepare the clay with water in a ratio of 1: 1.
2. Add to the resulting mass of grated garlic.
3. Apply the mixture on your feet, fix the cling film.
4. On top of the food film reel scarf.
5. Leave the compress for 1 hour.
6. The procedure is repeated daily for 30-45 days.

After the onset of the improvements it is important not to interrupt the carrying out of procedures to secure the therapeutic effect.

tomato packs

Tomatoes are used in therapy for varicose veins to improve the tone. They contain lycopene, which prevents blood clots and helps reduce blood pressure in the veins.

For compresses can be used as tomato slices, and tomato paste:

1. Attach the feet chopped tomatoes (tomato paste).
2. Wrap the legs with cling film.
3. To fix the fixing weakly mixture on foot.
4. Compress on hold legs can be from 1 to 8 hours.
5. Rinse thoroughly with warm water foot.
6. These procedures are carried out daily for 3-5 weeks.

If your skin reacts negatively to the request contained in tomatoes acid irritation occurs, discontinue treatment.

cabbage leaf

Cabbage is composed of:

• vitamins B, C and U;
• fiber;
• amino acids.

Only cabbage leaves, cabbage or a mixture with other components may be used for treatment. Cabbage help relieve swelling and reduce pain.

The most effective is the recipe:

1. Separate the sheets from cabbage head, moisten them with water, wrapped in polyethylene and hide in a refrigerator for a day.
2. Before the procedure, wash your feet in the water without the use of additional funds and a massage with apple cider vinegar.
3. Attach cabbage leaves on your feet, to fix a bandage, avoiding dragging.
4. Compress left overnight.
5. Procedures are conducted daily for 15 days.

The course of treatment lasts a month. If you experience severe burning procedure should be abolished.

Honey

Means a part of that honey is present, have:

• analgesic effect;
• relieve swelling;
• reduce venous nodes.

The product contains vitamins, carotene and folic acid.

One of the most popular recipes of honey - a compress:

1. Lubricate gauze honey.
2. Apply it on the affected area.
3. Wrap with cling film on top.
4. Secure wrap an elastic bandage.
5. Leave on your feet all night.
6. Making procedures 45-50 days.

Propolis

The substance rich oils and tannins.

With regular use, patients reported:

• reduction of pain;
• wound-healing effect;
• increased tone of the veins.

For compresses made tinctures on alcohol. The resulting mixture is impregnated gauze or cotton fabric. Compress placed on the leg and is insulated with a scarf. Leave it must be for the whole night. Methods of preparing an alcohol tincture of propolis are indicated in the table.

Ingredients	infusion time	course duration
20g motherwort; 20 g of peppermint; 20 g of oregano; 20 g of thyme; 20 g of propolis; 350 g of the alcohol or vodka.	2 weeks	30-40 days
80 g of propolis 350 g of alcohol 70%	30 days	30-40 days

mummy

The means used to maintain the strength of the vessels and prevent clot formation. As part of the mummy has vitamins E and C, copper, calcium, silicon.

For the procedure, you must:

1. Mix Persic oil and mummies in a ratio of 1: 5.
2. Apply the mixture on your feet, wrap with cling film and a scarf.
3. Leave compress for 2 hours.
4. Procedures Course - 2 weeks.

burdock

The plant is rich:

• inulin;
• Vitamins E, C and A;
• tannins.

Burdock helps with varicose veins to improve blood consistency and condition the skin.

To compress using fresh leaves of plants from the age of 2 years:

1. Pulverize burdock leaf and lay to the affected area of ​​the bottom side.
2. Bandage and leave overnight.
3. Procedures to do daily for 1-2 months.

Masks for feet from varicose veins

Masks, as well as compresses, have little therapeutic effect. Therefore, their use is intended for long-term course for at least 1 month. Vegetable masks have a minimum number of contraindications, which makes their use is safe for most patients.

Potatoes

To prepare the vegetable masks should:

1. Grate potatoes on a grater.
2. Wring out the excess liquid.
3. Make application to the diseased areas.
4. Cover with gauze and secure it with a bandage.
5. Leave the mask on for 4 hours.
6. Apply the mask can be an exacerbation of symptoms or courses for 30-45 days.

Pumpkin

For the manufacture of masks used pumpkin pulp, purified from seeds:

1. Attach the pumpkin flesh into problem areas.
2. Cover with gauze and secure it with a bandage.
3. Leave the mask on for the night.
4. Use as needed or in courses for 30-45 days.

Folk remedies for ingestion

Decoctions and infusions on medicinal herbs used in the complex therapy. In addition to improving venous tone, allow the properties of herbs to strengthen the body as a whole.

In addition to medicinal properties need to explore all the side effects and contraindications. For example, Contraindications nettle at low levels of blood platelets. Courses herbal treatments are designed for the long term - from 1 to 2 months.

A decoction of nettles

The plant has a tonic effect. It is used for thinning the blood.

The nettle contains:

• vegetable acid;
• flavonoids;
• chlorophyll;
• a complex of vitamins and minerals.

To prepare 150 g of dried nettle and 1 liter of boiling water. Nettle is filled with boiling water and infuse for 2-3 hours. Drinking infusion to 100 ml 3 times per day on an empty stomach. Treatment is appointed for a period of 1 month.

Nutmeg

The product has properties such as:

• tones vessels;
• reduces inflammation;
• promotes the healing of wounds;
• It stimulates blood circulation.

To prepare the broth will need 0.5 hours. l. nutmeg, 1 hr. l. honey and 1 cup of boiling water. Components necessary to mix and infuse the broth for 30 minutes. To use the means recommended in the morning and evening for half a cup on an empty stomach.

In case of overdose can occur broth light narcotic effect, or headache.

Calendula

Broths from marigold flowers are used to reduce inflammation and swelling. The plant comprises sterols, carotenoids, coumarins. The most effective use calendula in combination with other herbs.

required to prepare the infusion:

• calendula;
• shepherd's purse;
• yarrow;
• sage
• 220 ml of boiling water.

All components were combined in a glass container and insist 30 minutes. Take the infusion should be on an empty stomach 2 times a day for half a cup. Treatment consists of a course of a duration of 30-40 days.

Ginger

Ginger has anti-inflammatory and tonic effect.

Ginger root is rich:

• B vitamins;
• amino acids;
• essential oils.

For the treatment of varicose veins using ginger tea. It is necessary to lower a small piece of the plant in a hot drink, and let stand for 2 minutes. Ginger tea is used in the complex therapy for 1 month.

Means can not be used in gastrointestinal diseases, diabetes and bleeding tendency.

Lemon, honey and garlic

The mixture has a record number of vitamins required in the treatment of varicose veins. In addition, after course raise immunity, and the body clear of slag.

To prepare the required 150 g of honey, garlic cloves and 3 juice 3 lemons. Infuse mixture in a dark place for 10 days. The course of treatment - 30 days. Every day, it takes 2 tablespoons of fasting.

Homemade ointment of varicose veins with soap

Ointment possesses analgesic and anti-inflammatory action.

To prepare the cream will need:

• grated bar soap;
• 2 onions;
• 3 tbsp. l. honey;
• 3 tbsp. l. aloe;
• 150 g of fat;
• 1 jar of ointment ichthyol.

All the ingredients are mixed and melted in a water bath. The obtained ointment is used as compresses overnight. The course of treatment - 15-20 days.

When using soap, sensitive skin may be irritated and itchy. In this case, you need to completely wash off the ointment, and cancel the treatment.

Essential oils to fight varicose veins

The mixtures of oils used for relieving symptoms of disease in the initial stage or in a combined therapy. They reduce inflammation and have a tonic effect.

The best thing in the fight against varicose proven oil:

• lavender;
• lemon;
• ginger;
• rosemary.

For the treatment of varicose veins is necessary to carry out grinding up to 3 times a day. 1-2 drops of essential oil mixed with any base oil and applied to the foot massage movements. As a basis you can use avocado oil, peach kernel oil or grape seed. The effect of such a weak rubbing. So you need to take a course lasting at least 30 days.

Compression underwear

To relieve the symptoms of varicose veins can pick up a patient phlebologist compression garment. It stockings or socks with a pinching action. The degree of compression determined by a physician (1 to class 4).

It is recommended to wear compression stockings during any physical activity. To prevent problems with the veins such linen are pregnant and people with excess weight. The prophylactic use only class 1 stockings.

Physical activity for varicose legs

For the treatment and prevention of varicose veins require physical activity. But keep in mind that running, jumping and weight lifting with the disease is strictly contraindicated. During the exercise, you need to wear a compression garment.

Authorized sports:

1. Classical dance forms.
2. Swimming.
3. Walking.
4. Yoga.
5. Fitness on special horizontal simulators.

When the unpleasant sensations in the legs should stop training and relax, feet up above the pelvis.

Diet to combat varicose veins

Special products can be used to prevent thrombosis.

It should include in your diet:

1. Foods rich in fiber (fruits and vegetables).
2. Lean meat with a minimal amount of salt.
3. Cereals.
4. Dried fruits, steamed with boiling water.
5. Seafood.
6. Nuts.

It is recommended to exclude products that prevent normal blood circulation:

1. Fatty and fried.
2. Mayonnaise.
3. Industrial production of juices.
4. Alcoholic beverages.
5. Tea and coffee.
6. Sweets.
7. Industrial semi-finished products.

Varicose veins in the legs develops gradually and can lead to irreversible consequences. It is important to recognize the symptoms of the disease and start competent treatment. For the prevention of the disease can be used folk remedies and do light sports.

Registration of the article: Mila Friedan

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