Poor circulation is a problem that affects the vast majority of elderly people and can cause pathologies such as venous ulcers , which in many cases can be prevented simply by changing the habits of life .
And, as the specialists of Grupo Sanyres indicate , sometimes the heart has to make an extra effort to make everything work well due to bad habits (high cholesterol levels, poor consumption of foods that provide fiber, eat food very salty or drink little liquid).
NURSAL Back and Neck Massager Shiatsu Massage Seat Cushion with Heat Function, Deep Kneading Self-Massager with Vibrations - Office, Home & Car
In addition, this problem can be aggravated when these people suffer mobility difficulties , because the fact of not being able to move accentuates even more the bad circulation
What physical signs and symptoms tell us that we have poor circulation? From Sanyres the following stand out:
- - Inflammation of the members . Older people may notice bulging limbs, especially the feet and hands.
- - Cyanosis on the skin . The extremities turn a slight blue coloration. This is because not enough oxygen reaches these areas of the body.
- - Cold and tingling in the extremities , especially in the hands and feet. It is one of the main symptoms of poor circulation. If the blood has a good path, the body is more easily maintained at a constant temperature. In the hands and feet, however, in which there are many nerve endings, the blood is more difficult to reach, therefore, the heat is lost.
- - Although in a less direct way, hair and nails also suffer if people have circulation problems. They become brittle because they do not get enough nutrients and vitamins that the body needs.
- - Wounds on the skin . Scratch-like wounds can appear, for example on the legs, ankles and feet. This, in most cases, is due to dryness: the blood can not reach the most superficial areas of the skin.
- - Appearance of varicose veins in the legs. Most varicose veins are due to problems in the circulation: veins bulge because blood accumulates in them, especially in people who spend a lot of time in the same position.
- These symptoms can be seen with the naked eye, but there are others much more difficult to perceive, such as the fact that the immune system does not work properly and exhaustion appears. Falling sick every so often and excessive delay in the healing of wounds can be very clear symptoms.
- From Sanyres we offer a series of interesting and simple tips that help prevent or improve the possible health problems generated by poor circulation :
- - A balanced diet : increase the consumption of vegetables (thorns, celery), fruit, (especially those containing lycopene are a good choice, for example watermelon, tomatoes, strawberries and oranges); and garlic and onion. It is also advisable to reduce the amount of salt and increase the amount of fish and cayenne pepper (stimulates and activates the cardiovascular system, helping to reduce blood pressure and cholesterol), as well as conveniently hydrate
- - Perform massages , which are very effective if done correctly and regularly. A good option is hydrotherapy using strong jets of hot and cold water, alternating, to activate the circulation and that it flows normally.
- - Raise the legs
- - Perform foot baths with hot water
- - And in any case, the easiest way to improve the problems of bad circulation is to walk .