Ayurvedic treatment for Varicose Veins in Kerala

Ayurvedic treatment for Varicose Veins, Course Duration and Cost.

Varicose veins can occur even at a young age and there is no family history connected with it. If it is not treated at the early stage, the condition can worsen and can cause skin damage as well. High Heel Shoes, wearing Low waist tight jeans will pressurize the pelvis area, long-standing jobs etc can cause Varicose veins.

Causes for Varicose Veins

1. Long-standing
2. Overweight
3. Multiple Pregnancies
4. Deep Vein Thrombosis
5. Malignancy
6. Contraceptive pills

Symptoms of Varicose Veins

1. Ache in Legs
2. Nighttime cramps
3. Swelling of the Legs
4. Restless Legs
5. Heaviness in the leg
6. Difficult in long-standing and walking
7. Eczema
8. Skin Irritation
9. Bleeding from the veins
10. Blood clots
11. Leg Ulcers
12. Skin Damage
13. Pigmentation

Ayurvedic treatment for Varicose Veins in Legs

As per Ayurveda, Varicose Veins is the Aggravation of Vata. It is a Venous disorder and is nearer to Siragranthi and occurs due to Vata Dosha.

Abhyanga

Medicated Oil massage for about 10 to 15 mins all over the body.

1. Relief from backpain
2. Strengthens muscles
3. Improves blood flow

Swedana

Hot Fomentation (Moist heat) is applied on the same areas as that of Abhyanga. It is performed for about 10 to 15 mins.

1. Relaxes muscles and nerves
2. Improves Blood supply

Siravedhana – Venepuncture

1. Palpate the Vein
2. Prepare Cannula
3. Insert Cannula into vein
4. Collect Blood in Kidney tray
5. Removes the excess blood accumulated in the area

Leech Therapy

Varicose Veins blood stagnation occurs due to Venous Value defect. Raktamokshana by leeches reduces the pressure on the veins thus improving blood circulation. Leeches are placed rightly at the affected areas, which sucks the blood with no pain. As Leeches releases saliva causing no pain to the patient.

Preventive Measures for Varicose Veins

1. Foot elevation while sitting or relaxing
2. Avoid Smoking
3. Diet with Low Sugar and Salt
4. Avoid Contraceptive pills
5. Reduce Obesity
6. Oil massage with Prasarini and Chandanabalalakshadi Thailam as instructed by the Doctor
7. Yoga Asana
8. Protein rich diet to strengthen tissues
9. Pregnant ladies should sleep on leftside
10. Crape bandages for quick relief
11. Wholegrain foods diet