Do your legs feel heavy and swollen after a long flight? Sitting for long periods of time in a plane, bus or car can be tiring for the body, especially the legs. Swelling, heaviness and tiredness are just some of the common symptoms that can spoil the start or end of a journey. Fortunately, there is a simple and effective way to feel better when travelling - compression socks.
Do your legs feel heavy and swollen after a long flight? Sitting for long periods of time in a plane, bus or car can ...
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With spring just around the corner, it’s important to think about how we’re going to start exercising again – running, Nordic walking, regular walking, etc. Liepaja Olympic Centre physiotherapist Aiga Korpa shares her recommendations to be observed by everyone indulging in an active lifestyle.
With spring just around the corner, it’s important to think about how we’re going to start exercising again – running...
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Finding the right size for compression stockings is very important when purchasing them. Learn how to do it right.
Finding the right size for compression stockings is very important when purchasing them. Learn how to do it right.
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Pregnancy, a time that is so beautiful in the life of a woman, is also one of the risk factors for dilated veins or varicose veins, which needs attention to ensure a peaceful and harmonious time when expecting the baby.
Pregnancy, a time that is so beautiful in the life of a woman, is also one of the risk factors for dilated veins or v...
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Most often, oedema is related to swollen legs, yet due to different reasons it may also form in the legs. In less severe cases it is found by noticing the imprint left on the arm by a tight sleeve or an elastic band of a dress or a blouse, but in more severe cases oedema may cause different unpleasant feelings in the body.
Most often, oedema is related to swollen legs, yet due to different reasons it may also form in the legs. In less sev...
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Dilated veins or venous insufficiency are common in both women and men. Along with other risk groups, athletes are the ones who have an increased chance to face this unpleasant problem, therefore it is worth knowing how to reduce or avoid it.
Dilated veins or venous insufficiency are common in both women and men. Along with other risk groups, athletes are th...
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