Leg Exercises

Alaska Vein Care
Prevention and Maintenance

Varicose Vein Leg Exercises

Discomfort due to varicose veins can make the thought of exercising unappealing, but there are specific leg exercises that can actually provide benefits for people with venous disease. Alaska Vein Care services Anchorage, Wasilla, Juneau, Kenai, Soldotna, and Homer.

Alaska Vein Care is proud to offer a premier Vein Care service to our patients in Alaska. All of our procedures can be done in-office with little or no downtime. We are able to provide this service because our providers are Board Certified Interventional Radiologists. Interventional Radiologists are board-certified physicians who deliver minimally invasive treatments with less risk, less pain and less recovery time than traditional surgery to treat conditions that impact a person’s quality of life. Thanks to the minimally invasive vein treatment options available at Alaska Vein Care, you can eliminate varicose veins with comfort, convenience, and minimal recovery time.

Why Are Leg Exercises for Varicose Veins Important?

Exercising helps to maintain healthy blood flow, builds strength and improves the discomfort often associated with varicose veins. While low-impact activities – such as walking or riding a bike – are great choices, there are also certain leg exercises that can improve circulation and your overall vein health.

Are Leg Exercises Right for Me?

Before embarking on any new exercise regimen, it’s always a good idea to discuss it with your doctor. Alaska Vein Care will determine the best course of treatment for you.

What Leg Exercises Should I Do?

There are many exercises that can provide benefits to patients with varicose veins. They’re easy and can be performed virtually anywhere – while sitting at your desk at work or riding in the car. We’ve provided a few to get you started, but you can find more at LegSmart.

Seated Position Leg Exercises

1. While sitting, elevate one foot off the floor and alternate flexing and pointing your toes.
Repeat with the other foot.
Do one set of 20 for each foot.

2 . While sitting, place both feet on the floor and extend one leg straight out in front of you.