Soreness in the little feet and stomach

Generally speaking, if your calves feel sore and swollen, it is mostly caused by overwork. It may also be caused by muscle tension. If the local blood circulation is poor, this symptom will also occur. It is best to go to the hospital for a check-up. It can be treated with acupuncture, massage and other physical therapy methods. In daily life, you must pay attention to keeping warm and never overwork.

What is the reason for soreness in the lower abdomen?

1. Varicose veins of the lower extremities

Superficial varicose veins often occur on both lower limbs, but can also occur on one lower limb. In obese patients, varicose veins in the affected limbs are often hidden; in thinner patients, the superficial veins in the affected limbs can be seen to be dilated, tortuous, and bulging. In severe cases, they are twisted into lumps. The varicose veins are more obvious when standing, and the superficial varicose veins collapse when the affected limb is raised while lying flat. When the great saphenous vein is affected, the varicose veins are distributed on the inner side of the lower limb, or extend to the front and back of the affected limb. Because the great saphenous vein in the calf has a smaller diameter, thinner wall and is under greater pressure, varicose veins in the calf are more severe than in the leg. When the small saphenous vein is affected, varicose veins are distributed on the back of the lower leg and can extend to the lateral malleolus and dorsum of the foot.

2. Varicose veins in the lower limbs cause soreness and pain in the affected limbs

Due to varicose veins in the lower limbs, venous congestion and venous pressure further increase. As the disease worsens, patients often experience soreness or pain in the affected limb and become easily fatigued, which often occurs when standing for a long time. When you lie flat and raise your limbs, the soreness and swelling will disappear quickly.

3. Varicose veins in the lower limbs and swelling of the affected limbs

Simple primary varicose veins of the lower limbs generally do not cause swelling of the affected limb, but when accompanied by ankle-communicating branch valve insufficiency or deep venous valve insufficiency, varying degrees of swelling may occur in the ankle and calf. The worse the deep venous valve function, the more obvious the swelling of the affected limb. If the lymphatic vessels are affected and lymphedema occurs at the same time, the swelling of the affected limb will be more obvious.

4. Complications of varicose veins in the lower limbs

①Thrombophlebitis;

②Superficial venous bleeding;

③ Stasis dermatitis;

④Secondary infection;

⑤Hemorrhagic ulcer.

Tips to relieve leg soreness and fatigue

1. When standing, you can let your legs rest alternately with emphasis, or you can stand on tiptoe and move your heels up and down, or do kicking exercises. This causes the calf muscles to contract strongly, reducing blood pooling in the veins.

2. Maintain a correct sitting posture when resting, and avoid crossing your legs to avoid obstructing venous return in the lower limbs. Perform functional activities appropriately. Don't sit for long periods of time.

3. Insist on soaking your feet in hot water every day. This method can not only relieve leg fatigue, but also relax your entire mind. In addition, you can take calcium tablets and vitamin D preparations orally, eat more foods high in calcium, and get more sun exposure.

4. When resting at noon or in the evening, raise your legs by 15 to 20 cm to promote blood circulation. Treatment includes anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs, traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, massage, physical therapy, etc. Don't overwork yourself or catch a cold.

5. Wear comfortable flat shoes when working and relaxing. It is recommended to go to the hospital for orthopedic examination. X-ray and color ultrasound may be needed to find out the cause before treatment can be carried out.