Customer question:
How soon can we walk after varicose vein surgery? How much time should we devote to rest?
Pharmacist's response:
Today, most varicose vein treatments are performed on an outpatient basis, meaning you will go home shortly after the procedure. And while most systems are surprisingly successful, there are still some guidelines you should follow, especially in the early stages of healing. For example, one of the biggest questions patients ask is how quickly they can walk after surgery - and is walking even advisable?
The good news is that walking is highly recommended after varicose vein surgery itself. Regular walking is an integral part of your healing process. Walking after surgery helps prevent the formation of possible clots in the legs and promotes good blood circulation in this area. In addition, when you walk, the sword muscles contract intensely; this type of muscle contraction plays a vital role in pushing blood from the lower extremities (legs and feet) back toward the heart and lungs, thus reducing any pressure on the tiny valves in the veins.
In addition, regular walking normalizes circulation and prevents your blood from "pooling" behind these valves, which can increase the risk of developing new varicose veins in the future.
With almost any type of varicose vein surgery, you will need to rest for a few days to a week. Therefore, heavy lifting and strenuous activities should be avoided for at least one week, usually as long as two weeks at best. You will also need to wear compression stockings to speed recovery and improve circulation during the initial healing period. In most cases, however, the medical staff will encourage you to walk more actively for at least 10 minutes daily.
You must follow your doctor's instructions for the fastest possible recovery after surgery. Stop the activity (and call the doctor's office) if you feel pain or other unusual and unusual symptoms.
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