Can traditional Chinese medicine treat varicose veins

Traditional Chinese medicine can assist in the treatment of varicose veins, usually requiring a combination of lifestyle adjustments and external treatment methods of traditional Chinese medicine.

1. Oral administration of traditional Chinese medicine

Chinese herbal medicines such as Sanqi powder and Danshen tablets that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis can improve local blood circulation, and need to be combined with herbs such as Chuanqiong and Danggui based on syndrome differentiation. Taohong Siwu Tang is suitable for patients with qi stagnation and blood stasis, but should be avoided during menstruation. People with weak spleen and stomach should use blood breaking drugs with caution to prevent damage to vital energy.

2. Moxibustion therapy

Ginger separated moxibustion at acupoints such as Zusanli and Sanyinjiao can warm and unblock the meridians, with a recommended duration of 15-20 minutes each time. Clinical observations have shown that the volatile components in Artemisia argyi may stimulate blood vessel constriction, and the combination with Artemisia argyi decoction for fumigation and washing has a better effect. Moxibustion is prohibited at areas of skin damage.

3. Acupuncture and cupping

After needling at the Wei Zhong acupoint, flashing cupping can quickly alleviate the feeling of lower limb heaviness. The operation should avoid varicose veins and control the amount of bleeding within 3-5 drops. This method is contraindicated for individuals with coagulation dysfunction and should be avoided from getting wet for 24 hours after treatment.

4. External application of traditional Chinese medicine [SEP]: Wet application of Mangnitrate solution can alleviate acute edema, and external application with Alloy Yellow Powder can reduce inflammation and pain. Allergic individuals should undergo patch testing first, and stop immediately if they experience skin itching. The effect of external application is better when raising the affected limb at night.

5. Guided massage

involves centripetal pushing and kneading of the ankle joint, combined with toe flexion and extension movements, twice a day to promote venous return. During the acute thrombotic phase, manual manipulation is prohibited. Before and after massage, Guizhi Tang fumigation and steaming can be used to enhance the therapeutic effect.

It is recommended to wear second level pressure medical elastic socks and practice handstands for 15 minutes daily to improve blood flow. Avoid standing for long periods of time and incorporating tiptoe exercises into daily life. During traditional Chinese medicine treatment, regular follow-up ultrasound monitoring of venous valve function is necessary. If skin pigmentation or ulcers occur, they should be promptly referred to Western medicine for treatment. Eat more blackberry and citrus fruits containing vitamin P, and limit daily salt intake to no more than 5 grams.