Blood return from the legs occurs mainly through the deep veins. Within the veins, especially those of the legs, are valves. Venous valves are bicuspid (two) flap-like structures made of elastic tissue. The valves function to keep blood moving in one direction.

Women who are pregnant or who have just given birth are at increased risk for blood clots. That risk actually increases to about 20-fold in the weeks immediately following childbirth and is at its highest — a risk of 100-fold — in the first week after the baby is born.

Physical exercise is good for mind, body, and spirit. Furthermore, sports, and mainly team sports, are good for learning accountability, dedication, and leadership, among many other traits.

The experience of legs that swell at the end of a working day is the result of a physiologic phenomenon. It is caused by extravasation of fluid from the venules because of a steadily increased venous pressure in the dependent regions of the body.

Long-distance travel, whether by car, train, or airplane can be associated with leg discomfort and increased risk. Lack of leg movement gives way to swelling of the feet and legs.

Compression can be considered the cornerstone of the therapy of venous leg ulcers. As indicated by numerous studies, adequate compression supports venous ow and shows significant effects on deep venous hemodynamics – ultimately providing large improvements in pain, mobility, and quality of life for the patient.

Edema is a risk factor for venous and diabetes-related foot ulcers among patients with diabetes, as well as being implicated in reducing healing for existing diabetes-related foot ulcers.