How To Relieve Heavy Legs?

Symptoms of heavy legs

The symptoms of this problem are:

• The feeling of heaviness.
• Fatigue when you are standing.
• Swelling in the lower extremities.
• Cramps.
• Itching.
• Numbness.

Heavy legs are a condition that affects women more than men. This can trigger various pathologies, such as:

• Edemas
• Dermatitis
• Varicose veins
• Phlebitis
• Pulmonary embolism
• Water retention

Habits to relieve heavy legs

If you suffer from tired or heavy legs several times a week, you may need to see a doctor. You can also supplement any treatment with a healthy lifestyle.

Avoid spending too much time in the same position

If you work sitting or standing without moving, change your position from time to time. For example, if you spend all day in front of your computer, you can also get up and take a few steps around the desk.

If you are continually on your feet, try to sit up as soon as you can.

You can also  do exercises while sitting at your desk by taking off your shoes or lowering their uppers.

Do not cross your legs and always try to keep your feet firmly on the ground. Also avoid high heels or very tight shoes.

Lift your legs during the day

The ideal is to lift your legs and feet several times during the day. Or do it as soon as you get home. The idea is that the legs are above the heart.

You can also lie on the bed and elevate your legs by resting your heels against the wall. When you sleep, put a pillow under your calves.

Do not expose yourself to heat

Here are some bad habits that harm tired legs, among others:

• Lie down for a long time in the sun.
• Go to a sauna or spa.
• Go to a jacuzzi or a heated swimming pool.
• Depilate with hot wax.
• Showering with water that is too hot.
• Turn on the heat too high.
• Use clothes that are too warm.

Do not drink alcohol or smoke

Alcoholic drinks dilate and contract the veins, making them more permeable. And  they also cause swelling in the legs. On the other hand, tobacco affects the health of the veins and arteries.

Lose weight

The extra pounds make it worse and prevent the blood from flowing as it should.

If you are suffering from obesity, it would be good to start a healthy diet, not only to reduce tired legs syndrome but also for general health.

Heavy leg exercises

Exercises are very important in reducing circulatory problems and therefore heavy legs. Among the best are:

Walk on tiptoe

Take off your shoes and walk on your tiptoes in your socks (or compression stockings). Raise your heels as high as possible and bend your knees a little.

The flamingo position

Put the sole of one foot on the side of the opposite leg (to form a right angle). Hold the posture for a few seconds and switch legs. To be even more effective, do it on your tiptoes.

Open and close the legs

Lie on the floor or on a floor mat (you can also do this on the bed). Raise your legs so that they are perpendicular to the floor. Open and then close them like scissors a few times.

Pedal

Lying down, curl your legs towards your chest and do pedaling movements as if you were cycling. Perform this exercise for a few minutes with both legs, then rest.

Home remedies for heavy legs

In addition to good habits and exercises, you can also take advantage of nature’s virtues to reduce symptoms.

Parsley

Drinking an infusion made from this aromatic plant is excellent for improving circulatory functions. In addition, it is diuretic and helps prevent heart problems.

Ingredients

• 1 sprig of parsley
• ½ liter of water

Preparation

• Heat the water until it boils and make an infusion with the chopped parsley.
• Take off heat and let cool. Filter, then drink 3 tablespoons per day.
• You can also prepare yourself a raw parsley juice mixed with a little water in the blender.
• Drink 2 cups a day.

Dandelion

It has the ability to remove excess fluids from the body and make the legs deflate. The infusion of this plant is perfect for tired legs.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of dry dandelion (5 g)
• 1 cup of water (250 ml)

Preparation

• Heat the water until it boils, add the dandelion and let the decoction for 5 minutes.
• Remove from the heat and let stand another 5 minutes.
•  Filter and drink, sweetening with honey or stevia. You can consume 3 cups a day.

Witch hazel

Witch hazel is an external remedy that is used to massage the affected area. It is recommended for people who work long hours on their feet every day.

If you cannot find this oil, you can also rub the infusion of this plant. 

Ingredients

• 1 handful of dry witch hazel
• 1 liter of water

Preparation

• Heat the water and add the witch hazel. Let it steep for 10 minutes, then filter.
• Pour the water into a container and with a cloth, rub it. Be careful that they are not too strong, especially if you have varicose veins.