lesson 3

Question 1

Varicose Veins ( Contraindication)

Answer 1

Varicose Veins – Thickening and brittle walls of veins. Caused by weakening of the vein walls. Swollen and enlarged veins. Veins widening causes the non-return valves to no longer work that results in more blood pooling. Legs and feet occur most. Dark purple and lumpy, become thick and swollen. Local Contraindication, Avoid the area but can massage above the area. If it becomes sever can cause bleeding or even DVT.

Question 2

What are varicose veins?

Answer 2

Thickening and brittle walls of veins

Question 3

What causes varicose veins?

Answer 3

Weakening of the vein walls

Question 4

What happens to veins that become varicose?

Answer 4

Swollen and enlarged veins

Question 5

What causes blood pooling in varicose veins?

Answer 5

Widening of veins causes non-return valves to no longer work

Question 6

Where do varicose veins commonly occur?

Answer 6

Legs and feet

Question 7

What color and texture do varicose veins typically have?

Answer 7

Dark purple and lumpy, become thick and swollen

Question 8

What is the local contraindication for varicose veins?

Answer 8

Avoid the area but can massage above the area

Question 9

What severe complications can arise from varicose veins?

Answer 9

Bleeding or even DVT