Question 1

is it possible for me to strengthen my epigastric vein with exercise?

Accepted Answer

Vein: It is not possible to strengthen a vein with exercise. You can strengthen the surrounding muscular area by doing core exercises.

Question 2

why do my veins pop out on my forearms from non exercise causes?

Accepted Answer

Depends: where do they pop out? multiple factors including total body fat, hydration status, medications, heart or circulation disease, gravity in general. you are 18, so what is the concern? do you exercise, lift weights?

Question 3

how much exercise do you think a woman with veinous insufficiency can do; or how bad can the veins get before she should have them stripped?

Accepted Answer

Keep moving...: The general thought is that varicose veins, the hallmark of venous insufficiency, is caused by several things, including heredity, being overweight, pregnancy, standing and sitting for long periods and just general inactivity. Exercise is probably best for both immediate treatment and prevention of varicose veins. Being mobile and moderate exercising is best. Walking is fine but avoid running.

Question 4

if a person has prominent veins in their neck - does that imply that they do a lot of exercise?

Accepted Answer

No: Prominent veins might indicate heart failure with high venous pressure or just a normal finding. When valsalva maneuvers are done central pressure is increased . No relationship.

Question 5

can varicose veins cause pain for someone even he did not do any exercise and is at rest?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Wear knee high support stockings and see a vascular surgeon if symptoms persist

Question 6

i'm making exercise for my wrists everyday.the veins of my hands start to appear(green).
so how can i continue without letting the veins appear?

Accepted Answer

Slow down: This is a normal reaction to increase metabolic demand and vasodilatation to get the deoxygenated blood back to the heart, you may try a less vigorous work out .

Question 7

tell me good exercise for reduce thighs without affecting my vericose vein problem. i have varicose veins, i want to reduce my big thighs. please?

Accepted Answer

Exercise will help: Exercising will improve your veins by improving your cardiovascular fitness. The decreased body fat will also decrease the pressure on you veins. Varicose veins are hereditary, but you can improve your overall health with exercise and improved diet. If you reduce your weight, your thighs will decrease in size proportionately. Good luck.

Question 8

my son is inactive and doesn't exercise. he tried doing a bunch of running today.hes 13 y.o. he notices his veins popping out a lot before bed.treat?

Accepted Answer

No: There is nothing to treat here. If he has a large stomach that could be why the veins are engorged. If the veins go back to normal appearance when he elevates or when he wakes up in the morning, watch for now.

Question 9

since this morning my right inner calve is very sensitive to touch and it is getting worse. i can feel bulges which i think are maybe swollen veins/arteries. i did not do any exercise which could have caused it. i am a male of 65 years old.

Accepted Answer

Check with doctor: Exam &amp; a simple test can rule out blood clots.

Question 10

could exercise get rid of varicose veins?

Accepted Answer

No.: Varicose veins are due to leaking valves(reflux) usually of the saphenous veins.  Exercise increases the calf muscle contractions to increase the venous return to the heart and decreases the venous back pressure but it does not address the underlying problem of leaking valves. You should see a vein specialist and have a full venous evaluation with a reflux venous ultrasound.

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A member asked:

Is it possible for me to strengthen my epigastric vein with exercise?

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Why do my veins pop out on my forearms from non exercise causes?

A member asked:

How much exercise do you think a woman with veinous insufficiency can do; or how bad can the veins get before she should have them stripped?

A member asked:

If a person has prominent veins in their neck - does that imply that they do a lot of exercise?

A member asked:

Can varicose veins cause pain for someone even he did not do any exercise and is at rest?

A member asked:

I'm making exercise for my wrists everyday.the veins of my hands start to appear(green). so how can i continue without letting the veins appear?

A member asked:

Tell me good exercise for reduce thighs without affecting my vericose vein problem. i have varicose veins, i want to reduce my big thighs. please?

A member asked:

My son is inactive and doesn't exercise. he tried doing a bunch of running today.hes 13 y.o. he notices his veins popping out a lot before bed.treat?

A member asked:

Since this morning my right inner calve is very sensitive to touch and it is getting worse. i can feel bulges which i think are maybe swollen veins/arteries. i did not do any exercise which could have caused it. i am a male of 65 years old.

A member asked:

Could exercise get rid of varicose veins?

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