Under the expert guidance of our Board Certified Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Mark Zuzga, our team of Vein Specialists & Vascular Experts are committed to delivering top-tier outpatient vascular & vein evaluation and treatment throughout the greater Tampa & West Florida surrounding areas. Should you find yourself dealing with leg pain, swelling, ulcers, discoloration, or the appearance of spider and varicose veins, we invite you to request a screening todayWays to Improve Your Circulation, Naturally
You may not even have put two and two together yet and realized that you have poor circulation. Let’s take a look at the common symptoms that come with lessened blood flow. If you have more than 2 or 3, there is a distinct possibility that this is an underlying issue for you.
Symptoms of poor blood circulation
- Lack of energy and stamina
- Change in skin temperatures like cold hands, feet, and fingers
- Numbness in extremities
- Feeling winded even after doing small activities like climbing the stairs
- Hair Loss
- Dandruff
- Dry skin, uneven skin tone, and blemishes on the skin
- Memory loss or sluggish memory
- Feeling sleepy all the time
- Cramps
- Headaches
- High cholesterol
- Elevated blood pressure
- Difficulty breathing
- Irregular heartbeats
- Feeling itchy in your hands, legs, and feet
- Swelling in feet and hands
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss with no effort
Varicose veins are one of the most common issues that come with poor circulation. Veins varicose when the vein walls start to lose their ability to flex and bend and lack elasticity. When the damage occurs, the vein becomes diseased and the blood does not pump though correctly causing it to pool, twisting and bulging the veins.
In many articles we have focused on the causes, this time lets take a look at some possible remedies. Though the most comprehensive treatment is medical intervention by a qualified Vein Specialist, there are some at home ideas that may be worth a try.
Add circulation boosting foods and spices to your diet: They include tomatoes, nuts, garlic, cayenne pepper, ginkgo, ginger, green tea, guggul, onions, rosemary, and hawthorne.
Take breaks: Sitting or standing too long in one place is unhealthy. Take breaks often and move around.
Exercise: Get your blood pumping. Cardiovascular, as well as weight training, are great for the heart and the entire body.
Make sure your footwear fits well: ill-fitting shoes can wreak havoc on circulation.
Hydrotherapy: Going from Hot to Cold water and back again will stimulate circulation.
Get a Massage: massage is not just relaxing, it’s healing.
If you are still experiencing vein and circulatory issues regardless of what you have tried, it is time to give The West Florida Vein Center a call today. 727-712-3233 or visit online at www.westfloridaveincenter.com.