What are Varicose Veins?

Varicose veins occur in the legs when backflow of blood causes them to swell, twist and enlarge abnormally, causing them to bulge. This condition is called varicose veins and it affects the legs most commonly.

To prevent backflow of blood, these veins have structures called valves that prevent deoxygenated blood from flowing backward. As a result of strenuous activities such as continuously standing weight bearing, and long-distance walking, these valves weaken which causes blood to flow in the reverse direction leading to swelling and dilation in veins.

Symptoms and Signs of Varicose Veins

1. Bulging veins

2. Heavy legs

3. Itching

4. Muscle cramp pains

5. Swelling

Causes of Varicose Veins

1. Vitamin K Deficiency

2. Long period of standing

3. Genetics

4. Obesity

5. Pregnancy

6. Hypertension

7. Diabetes

Treatment of Varicose Veins in Ayurveda/Siddha

Ayurveda refers to varicose veins as ‘Siraja Granthi’, where Siraja describes the veins and tubular structures in blood flow, and ‘Granthi’ describes swellings resembling cysts. Several factors contribute to this condition including impaired kapha and vata doshas which cause abnormal blood clots at the bulging spot.

At Chennai Heritage Hospital, we provide number of external therapies such as Nadi Swedana, Siravedha, Udvartanam, and Leech Therapy administered along with blood thinning medications to maintain valve function and allow the blood to return to the heart with no side effects.

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