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Can physical exercise improve venous function in the context of chronic venous diseases? The impact of sport on varicose veins of the lower limbs - a review
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Can physical exercise improve venous function in the context of chronic venous diseases? The impact of sport on varicose veins of the lower limbs - a review

Authors

  • Adam Salwa Independent Public Health Care Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration in Katowice, ul. Wita Stwosza 41, 40-514 Katowice https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2534-7872
  • Natalia Gajdzińska Independent Public Health Care Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration in Katowice https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1072-2895
  • Weronika Rostkowska Narutowicz City Speciality Hospital at Krakow, ul Prądnicka 35-37; 31-202 Kraków https://orcid.org/0009-0009-3759-9989
  • Wojciech Rutkowski Leszek Giec Upper-Silesian Medical Centre of the Silesian Medical University in Katowice ul. Ziołowa 45 / 47, 40-635 Katowice https://orcid.org/0009-0004-7393-4231
  • Maciej Rzepka ST. BARBARA SPECIALIZED REGIONAL HOSPITAL No.5, Medyków Square 1, 41-200 Sosnowiec, POLAND https://orcid.org/0009-0009-9005-817X
  • Karolina Sztuba SPZOZ District Railway Hospital in Katowice https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4987-3833
  • Justyna Puchała Independent Public Health Care Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration in Katowice, ul. Wita Stwosza 41, 40-514 Katowice https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6155-6670
  • Katarzyna Rymaszewska Independent Public Health Care Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration in Katowice, ul. Wita Stwosza 41, 40-514 Katowice https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1848-1991
  • Dominika Starzomska Independent Public Health Care Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration in Katowice, ul. Wita Stwosza 41, 40-514 Katowice https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1607-2502
  • Karolina Basiura 2-nd Speciality Hospital in Bytom Ul. Stefana Batorego 15, 41-902 Bytom, Poland https://orcid.org/0009-0002-2680-4114

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12775/QS.2024.17.53793

Keywords

Physical Activity, chronic venous disease, venous insufficiency, hypertension, Obesity, Sports Activities, Strength training

Abstract

Introduction: Varicose veins, a common form of chronic venous disease, arise from the dysfunction of veins in the lower limbs due to increased pressure and impaired blood flow. Regular physical activity and a balanced diet are crucial in managing and potentially improving symptoms of this condition.

Material and methods: We have gathered the available materials and scientific reports, analyzing and summarizing them in a single study.

Aim of study: We aimed to evaluate how physical activity and lifestyle changes impact the progression and management of varicose veins and chronic venous disease.

Conclusion: The study underscores the significant role of physical activity and lifestyle changes in managing varicose veins and chronic venous disease. By enhancing calf muscle function and improving venous blood flow, these interventions can help reduce symptoms, prevent disease progression, and potentially decrease the need for surgical treatments.

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SALWA, Adam, GAJDZIŃSKA, Natalia, ROSTKOWSKA, Weronika, RUTKOWSKI, Wojciech, RZEPKA, Maciej, SZTUBA, Karolina, PUCHAŁA, Justyna, RYMASZEWSKA, Katarzyna, STARZOMSKA, Dominika and BASIURA, Karolina. Can physical exercise improve venous function in the context of chronic venous diseases? The impact of sport on varicose veins of the lower limbs - a review. Quality in Sport. Online. 15 August 2024. Vol. 17, p. 53793. [Accessed 18 May 2025]. DOI 10.12775/QS.2024.17.53793.
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