Coastal Georgia Vein Center: Dr. Greg Martin

Elevate, strengthen, compression.

Three simple steps to relieve leg discomfort

Here are three quick and easy steps you can take immediately, to relieve discomfort in your legs and promote healthier blood flow:

Elevate your legs, or simply lie down

This allows gravity to be your friend instead of your enemy.

Strengthen your leg muscles through exercise

Your regimen doesn’t need to be strenuous; even simple walking is great. Exercise helps relieve symptoms of leg vein disease and reduces future severity.

Use external compression devices

These facilitate the flow of blood through your leg veins and help prevent the accumulation of blood in your lower extremities.

Some popular devices are compression hose, socks, and wraps.