As the start of holiday season kicks into gear, start stimulating. No not your bank accounts from the government, but instead your legs. If you are getting ready to head on a long-haul flight prep your legs and veins by routinely exercising. Physical activity stimulates blood circulation and flow, which aids in preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and venous disease – varicose and spider veins.
The Examiner said in a report, “DVT is usually associated with confined or relatively immobile situations such as driving for long distances or sitting at a computer desk for extended periods of time, but it can occur even in a hospital bed. Not surprising, DVT has become so associated with cramped airline seats that it is sometimes referred to as “economy class syndrome.” It is the relative immobility – the lack of physical activity.”
Such prevention and health care is vital for people over the age of 60, as DVT tends to strike older and less mobile people. However, maintaining good vein and leg health is imperative even at an earlier age. So this summer start to stimulate.
