Massage techniques are used in combination to solve medical and aesthetic problems.
Manual action improves blood flow, relieves edema, relieves tension, however, it has an intense effect on soft tissues, blood vessels, especially large ones. Therefore, varicose veins are 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 for varicose veins
Manual techniques will significantly improve the condition of the legs, veins, alleviate unpleasant symptoms, and alleviate the pain that afflicts patients. Therefore, proper massage is not only acceptable, but also recommended. There is an important condition: exposure is possible in the first, second phase of disease development. It will not be superfluous to consult your doctor.
Note!
Regular procedures on the leaves and thighs will be the best prevention of the development of varicose veins with moderate physical activity.
Alternating movements, such as pinching, stroking, pressing, rubbing, allows you to train large veins, small subcutaneous capillaries. At the same time, some techniques can further dilate the leg veins, which is not always desirable. Therefore, massage can be performed, but only with a specialist who knows exactly how to work with patients with pathology.
How does it work
Massage has a complex effect:
- enhances lymph outflow;
- accelerates blood flow;
- warms tissues
- brings soft tissues, walls of blood vessels in tone.
The result of the procedure can be so strong that the blood pressure rises temporarily, and even mild dizziness occurs. Therefore, immediately after the procedure, you should rest a bit, well-being, important parameters will stabilize quickly.
An important action is the improvement of metabolic processes in tissues, their supply of blood, oxygen due to even, rapid heating. In this case, the amount of interstitial fluid is reduced to normal. Thus, it is possible to achieve a stable reduction of edema, relief from cramps, weight and painful pain.
As the tissues decrease in size, the pressure on the veins, both subcutaneous and deep, decreases significantly. Such an effect is very harmful to the walls, contributes to the active development of varicose veins. Reducing the pressure in the limbs 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 it is not always safe to perform. Therefore, you should start with a massage, gentle action without active rubbing, bulges, without unnecessary pressure. After that, it will be much easier to connect physical therapy exercises.
Note!
Massage for varicose veins should not be accompanied by unpleasant feelings that were not present before the procedure. A very delicate blow is needed, otherwise damage and hematomas cannot be avoided.
Types of therapy: what to choose
You can use different techniques during the same procedure, but most experts prefer to work in one direction. For that, it is important to choose the most efficient option. Classic 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
The lymph flow is characterized by the lowest speed, so the actions of the master will be unhurried and accurate, which is necessary for varicose veins. This technique is recommended because:
- has a complex effect: reduction of edema, warming;
- allows you to process the entire area;
- long-term alleviates ailments.
It is not necessary to use the oil even with a hand massage. The pressure will be very low, which eliminates all the risks of damaging blood vessels. By choosing a hardware technique, noticeable results can be achieved. In this case, the massage is carried out even in the second stage of disease development, because 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 yourself, if only the first symptoms have appeared so far and if this treatment has been approved by a doctor. Normal hand movements, soft caressing, light squeezing must be performed along standard lines in a 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 desirable.
Anti-cellulite
A popular service of most massage therapists are cellulite treatments with the use of warming compounds, honey, special jars, etc. Opinions on the permissible effect on varicose veins differ. However, progressive doctors and cosmetologists stick to the "golden mean" and answer that it is necessary to choose the right technique and pay attention to the existing risks and complications.
It is strictly forbidden to perform anti-cellulite procedure in the presence of thrombophlebitis, ulcers, skin lesions with inflammation and discoloration. You cannot use deep techniques that can give significant volume correction after a few sessions. They are effective but dangerous in venous diseases.
Note!
Deep strike techniques can also be manual, so you should discuss the type of strike with a master in advance.
The safest are:
- soft manual techniques;
- hydromassage;
- roller impact.
All vacuum methods should be excluded, they can additionally damage veins and capillaries, accelerating the development of pathology. A soft anti-cellulite massage will improve the condition of blood vessels, so it is allowed and even shown to patients.
LPG
This is one of the types of influence of the vacuum apparatus, LPG technology is widely used in the fight against excess weight, changes in the contours of the figure associated with age. Most experts do not recommend this type of massage in the presence of varicose veins. Even a mild effect of vacuum can cause increased discomfort and the appearance of new symptoms.
LPG massage is allowed only in the case when the diagnosis itself has not yet been made, but there are already the first signs of vascular damage. Vacuum exposure will alleviate fluid stagnation and swelling, but will not bring 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;
- fever;
- trophic ulcers.
Often varicose veins develop in the background of other pathologies, such as cardiovascular disease, chronic infections, hypertension, problems with blood supply to the limbs and brain. In these cases, it is better to exclude massage.
It is strictly forbidden to act on the feet with any massage movements if the disease has passed into the 3rd and 4th stages. Such procedures can cause negative consequences, all the way to the separation of blood clots and subcutaneous bleeding.
Side effects
If the type of massage is chosen correctly, 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 disappear for a long time. In varicose veins, such phenomena indicate too aggressive exposure.
The most common side effect is a feeling of tiredness, drowsiness, lack of energy. This is due to active lymph outflow, muscle relaxation and oxygen saturation of tissues. Therefore, you must lie down or sit for a while, do not drive immediately, do not run away from the masseur's office and do not immediately start active physical work.
In the background of long sessions, the temperature may increase slightly. Tissue warming is a natural process, but be sure to see a doctor. After that, there may be mild dizziness when getting up from the couch. Active lower blood flow is the main reason for this phenomenon. It is worth worrying when the feeling does not disappear within 10-15 minutes.
Note!
After the massage, you should get up gradually: get up on your elbows, sit down, lower your legs and only then take a vertical position.
Massage for varicose veins is not only not contraindicated, but it is also desirable when it comes to the first and second phase of pathology development. The best choice would be a manual or hardware type of lymphatic drainage. Mild effect will reduce the severity of symptoms, improve tissue condition. A noticeable effect can be achieved by conducting sessions in courses of 10-15 days with a break of 2-3 months.