Sometimes, veins on the back of the hand bulge out prominently. This condition is called "dorsal hand varicosity," and while it is not necessarily a serious disease, it can be a sign that blood circulation is not smooth. Let's learn about the causes and ways to deal with dorsal hand varicosity.

 

Signs of poor blood circulation

 

If the veins on the back of the hand become prominent, it may be a sign that blood circulation is not functioning well. When blood circulation is poor, blood tends to pool in the fingertips. As a result, if the blood vessels on the back of the hand become filled with blood, the veins may appear protruding outward.

 

The symptom of numbness in the hands may also occur. It is often observed in people whose skin on the back of the hands has become thin due to aging or weight loss. The thinner the skin, the more likely the blood vessels are to become prominent.

◇Not always necessary to have surgery... try massage in between

 

Dorsal hand varicose veins do not cause pain or negatively affect health. However, if the veins protrude severely and cause stress, surgery can be considered. You can undergo dorsal hand varicose vein surgery at a vascular or thoracic surgery department. The procedure involves making a slight incision on the back of the hand and removing some of the veins around the protruding blood vessels. If the condition is not severe, improving lifestyle habits may help. Dorsal hand varicose veins can be improved by preventing blood from pooling in the hand.

 

▲Stretching by raising the arm above the heart ▲It is good to occasionally perform massage by sweeping the arm from the fingertips, over the back of the hand, toward the armpit. Conversely, it is better to avoid strength exercises that require gripping items like hand grippers, dumbbells, or barbells, as they can make the veins on the back of the hand more prominent.

 

Varicose veins in the legs require surgery.

 

Meanwhile, varicose veins in the legs that cause similar symptoms must be treated with surgery. Varicose veins occur when the venous valves do not close properly, causing blood that should flow to the heart to flow backward. Since this negatively impacts health, it must be treated at a hospital.

 

To prevent varicose veins, avoid wearing tight clothing and shoes that constrict up to the knee area, and opt for shoes that allow comfortable ankle movement. It is also important to develop the habit of frequently moving your legs. Avoid standing or sitting for long periods, and regularly do stretching exercises to promote smooth blood circulation.

 

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I heard that even if the flesh on your hand shrinks, it still happens.

This seems to be a problem with blood circulation.

 

A blue vein was protruding on the back of my hand.

Can this be resolved with hand massage?