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Can Athletes Get Varicose Veins?

March 12, 2018 | Vein and Vascular Center

Specialties:Vein and Vascular Center

Because varicose veins are often linked to a sedentary lifestyle or being overweight, it’s common to assume that athletes or people who exercise often aren’t at a high risk of these kinds of conditions. Athletes are constantly in motion, after all, which promotes circulation and blood flow, and prevents venous conditions.

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