23/02/2025
Veins 101: Myth vs Truth
Myth 3: Crossing Your Legs Causes Varicose Veins
๐ซ FALSE! ๐ซ
Many people believe that crossing your legs leads to varicose veins, but this is actually a myth.
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Truth: The primary causes of varicose veins include:
โ Genetics โ If your parents had varicose veins, you're more likely to develop them.
โ Prolonged standing or sitting โ Jobs that require standing for long hours (e.g., nurses, teachers, retail workers) or sitting for extended periods (e.g., office workers, drivers) can increase risk.
โ Aging โ As we grow older, our veins lose elasticity, making them prone to stretching and valve dysfunction.
โ Pregnancy โ Increased blood volume and hormonal changes can put extra pressure on veins.
โ Obesity โ Extra weight puts more strain on the veins, leading to circulation problems.
Crossing your legs does not cause varicose veins! While it may temporarily affect circulation, itโs not a direct cause of venous insufficiency. If youโre experiencing leg pain, swelling, or visible veins, the real culprits might be deeper factors, not your sitting habits.
๐น Prevention & Treatment:
๐ฆต Stay active and avoid sitting/standing for too long.
๐ฆต Maintain a healthy weight.
๐ฆต Wear compression stockings if you're at risk.
๐ฆต Consider medical treatments like sclerotherapy, laser therapy, or radiofrequency ablation for effective vein management.
๐ Concerned about varicose veins? Let us help!
Visit BEAUTY AND VEINS: Varicose Vein and Aesthetic Center of Cebu
๐ 3rd Floor, Borromeo Medical Suites, Gov. M. Roa St., Capitol Site, Cebu City
(๐ Across the ER of Cebu Doctors University Hospital)
๐ Call or message us today!
๐ฒ 09399184383 / 0322683467
๐ Healthy legs, happy life!
