Massage techniques are used in combination to treat medical and aesthetic problems.
Manual impact improves blood flow, relieves edema, relieves tension, however, this is an intense effect on soft tissues, blood vessels, especially large ones. Therefore, varicose veins is a conditional contraindication for sessions. Phlebologists are not so categorical: if you follow simple rules, you can perform procedures even with a diagnosis.
Is it possible to do massage with varicose veins?
Manual techniques will significantly improve the condition of the legs, veins, relieve unpleasant symptoms and relieve the pain that bothers patients. Therefore, proper massage is not only acceptable, but recommended. There is an important condition: exposure is possible at the first, second stage of the development of the disease. It will not be superfluous to consult with your doctor.
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Regular procedures on the calves and thighs will be the best prevention of the development of varicose veins along with moderate physical activity.
The alternation of movements, such as pinching, stroking, pressing, rubbing, allows you to train large vessels, small subcutaneous capillaries. At the same time, some techniques can further expand the leg veins, which is not always desirable. Therefore, massage can be done, but only with a specialist who knows exactly how to work with patients with pathology.
How does it work
Massage has a complex effect:
- improves lymph outflow;
- speeds up blood flow;
- heats the tissues
- tones soft tissues and vessel walls.
The result of the procedure can be so powerful that the blood pressure rises temporarily, even a slight dizziness appears. Therefore, immediately after the procedure, you need to rest a little, well-being, important parameters will quickly stabilize.
An important action is the improvement of metabolic processes in the tissues, their supply of blood, oxygen due to uniform and rapid heating. In this case, the amount of interstitial fluid is reduced to normal. Therefore, it is possible to achieve a stable reduction of edema, relief of cramps, heaviness and pain.
As the tissues decrease in size, the pressure on the vessels, both subcutaneous and deep, is significantly reduced. Such an effect is very harmful to the walls, contributes to the active development of varicose veins. Reducing pressure on the extremities is an important effect of proper massage.
Therapy can replace physical activity in the early stages of treatment. Active movements will increase blood flow, but with pain, swelling, it is not easy and not always safe to perform. For this reason, you should start with a massage, a soft effect without active friction, blows, without unnecessary pressure. After that, it will be much easier to connect physiotherapy exercises.
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Massage for varicose veins should not be accompanied by unpleasant sensations that did not exist before the procedure. Very delicate impact is required, otherwise damage, bruising cannot be avoided.
Types of therapy: what to choose
During the same procedure, you can use several techniques, but most specialists prefer to work with only one direction. It is important to choose the most effective option for this. Classical massage does not always give the desired effect, you can significantly reduce the treatment time without losing progress by choosing modern hardware techniques.
Lymphatic drainage
Lymphatic flow is characterized by the lowest speed, so the master's actions will be leisurely and precise, which is required for varicose veins. This technique is recommended because:
- has a complex effect: reduction of edema, warming;
- allows you to work the entire area;
- relieves discomfort for a long time.
No need to use oil even with manual massage. The pressure will be very small, which eliminates all risks of damage to the blood vessels. Remarkable results can be achieved by choosing a hardware technique. In this case, massage is carried out even at the second stage of the development of the disease, since the negative effect on the skin is not carried out at all, and the pressure is precisely controlled.
You can perform the simplest lymphatic drainage massage for varicose veins on your own, if only the first symptoms have appeared so far and this treatment has been approved by the doctor. Normal hand movements, gentle strokes, and light squeezes should be done along standard lines in the bottom-up and top-down direction. The technique is very simple, so mastering it will not be difficult at all. This type of massage is the most preferable.
anti-cellulite
A popular service for most massage therapists are cellulite treatments that use heating compounds, honey, special jars, etc. Opinions about the permissible impact with varicose veins differ. However, progressive doctors and cosmetologists adhere to the "golden mean" and answer that it is necessary to choose the correct technique and pay attention to the existing risks and complications.
It is strictly forbidden to carry out an anti-cellulite procedure in the presence of thrombophlebitis, ulcers, skin lesions with inflammation and discoloration. You cannot use deep techniques that can give a significant correction in volumes after a couple of sessions. They are effective, but dangerous in diseases of the veins.
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Deep impact techniques can also be manual, so you should discuss the type of impact with the teacher in advance.
The safest are:
- soft manual techniques;
- hydromassage;
- roller impact.
All vacuum methods should be excluded, since they can additionally damage veins and capillaries, accelerating the development of pathology. Gentle anti-cellulite massage will improve the condition of the blood vessels, so it is allowed and even shown to patients.
LPG
This is one of the types of vacuum apparatus impact, LPG technology is widely used in the fight against excess weight, age-related changes in the contours of the figure. Most experts do not recommend this type of massage in the presence of varicose veins. Even a slight vacuum effect can lead to increased discomfort and the manifestation of new symptoms.
We allow LPG massage only in the case where the diagnosis has not yet been made, but the first signs of vascular damage already exist. Vacuum exposure will relieve fluid stagnation and swelling, but will have no other positive effects.
restrictions
Massage should be excluded in the presence of any complications of the disease, among which the most dangerous will be:
- thrombophlebitis;
- venous hypertrophy;
- High temperature;
- trophic ulcers.
Often varicose veins develop against the background of other pathologies, such as cardiovascular diseases, chronic infections, hypertension, problems with the blood supply to the extremities and the brain. In these cases, it is better to exclude massage.
Influencing the legs with massage movements of any kind is strictly prohibited if the disease has passed to stages 3 and 4. Such procedures can lead to negative consequences, up to the separation of blood clots and subcutaneous hemorrhages.
Side effects
If the type of massage is chosen correctly, then there will be no pronounced side effects. It is important to ensure that after the procedure there are no bruises or redness on the skin of the affected limbs, which do not go away for a long time. With varicose veins, such phenomena indicate too aggressive exposure.
The most common side effect is a feeling of fatigue, drowsiness, lack of energy. This is due to the active outflow of lymph, muscle relaxation and oxygen saturation of the tissues. Therefore, you need to lie down or sit down a little, do not drive immediately, do not rush out of the masseur's office, and do not immediately start active physical work.
Against the background of long sessions, the temperature may rise slightly. The heating of the tissues is a natural process, but you should definitely consult a doctor. After that, there may be a slight dizziness when getting up from the couch. Active blood flow in the lower body is the main reason for this phenomenon. It is worth worrying when the sensation does not go away in 10-15 minutes.
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You need to get up after the massage gradually: get up on your elbows, sit down, lower your legs, and only then take an upright position.
Massage for varicose veins is not only not contraindicated, but also desirable when it comes to the first and second stages of the development of pathology. The best option would be a manual or hardware type of lymphatic drainage procedure. A mild effect will reduce the severity of symptoms, improve the condition of the tissues. A noticeable effect can be achieved by conducting sessions in courses of 10-15 days with a break of 2-3 months.