A member asked:

Is standing still to long thats bad or standing a moving around too long thats bad. because i don't want to get leg vein problems and i'm 18?

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Better to move: The movement causes the leg muscles to contract moving blood up and out of your lower legs.Also recommend "support stockings" if you are really worried about varicose (swollen)veins.

Answered 8/23/2012

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Neither: Standing by itself does not necessarily predispose you to blood clots. Immobility is the main risk factor that has been in the news lately, related to a blood clot forming due to stasis of the blood in the veins when you aren't moving. It you have to stand for a long time, or sit for a long time, make sure you are moving your legs periodically.

Answered 1/12/2014

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