For those individuals with venous insufficiency, traveling long distances can be a cause for concern. Sitting in a cramped position while on board an airplane, train or car can slow blood flow due to lack of movement. Slow blood flow leads to poor circulation of blood throughout the body, which increases the risk of dangerous blood clots.
In today’s world, many family members and friends have relocated to states across the U.S.; therefore, we must be able to travel in order to be with our loved ones. If you have venous disease, you don’t have to fear traveling. Visiting with a specialist for treatment of varicose veins and spider veins in the Columbus area will ensure that you stay safe during your trip. Also, take the following precautions to help reduce your level of pain and discomfort and increase blood circulation while seated during travel:
- Wear loose or baggy clothing. Also make sure that shoes are of the correct size. It’s important that no clothing item be constricting on your veins.
- Consider wearing medical grade compression hose.
- Avoid alcohol and caffeine, especially while traveling, but also immediately before and after. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
- When seated, make sure to stretch your legs and move your feet and ankles every half hour or so to keep blood circulating.
After you reach your destination, be sure to clock some time doing physical activity, such as stretching or walking, to increase circulation. While seated or sleeping after your flight, make sure to keep your feet elevated. This will also help to increase circulation throughout your body.
In addition to the above tips, visiting with a Columbus varicose veins and spider veins specialist is a great precautionary measure. These vein specialists have helped thousands of patients with venous disease and can offer you more personalized advice. Remember, with the proper precautions, travel is completely safe and comfortable. Universal Vein Centers, offering treatment for varicose veins and spider veins in the Columbus area, specializes in diagnosing disease and performing minimally invasive vein procedures. Contact Universal Vein Clinics online or call (614) 602-6455 to make an appointment.
