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There are a number of different issues that can cause a person to experience leg pain. This includes back injuries or other issues, varicose veins, and damage to the nerves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overuse during a workout or an injury from a fall can also cause a person to experience leg pain. However, there are some types of leg pain that can point to issues in the cardiovascular system that may become life-threatening issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to leg pain it is important to understand what is causing it so that you can do your best to ease the pain. When you are experiencing leg pain there are a few things that you can do in order to help with the pain and hopefully make it go away for good. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 8 useful tips that you can try to help ease the pain in your legs that you may be experiencing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Quit Smoking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Smoking <\/a>is bad for your health. This is something that everyone is aware of. If you are a smoker, quitting is one of the best things that you can do. Smoking is the cause of many different health issues. This includes increasing the risk of intermittent claudication. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research has shown that over 80 percent of people who suffer from the peripheral arterial disease are smokers or previously smoked. While it is not easy to quit smoking, when you fully consider the damage that it is doing to your body, it is important to try to quit as soon as you can. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smoking cigarettes increases the damage that a disease may do because it substitutes carbon monoxide for oxygen in the muscles of the legs that are already starved for oxygen. This restricts blood flow, which can cause damage to the arteries and lead to blood clots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are currently suffering from leg pain and you are a smoker, quitting can help immensely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Control Blood Sugar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

People who suffer from diabetes have an increased risk of developing peripheral arterial disease as well as intermittent claudication. The goal is to keep the problem from becoming worse, which means that if you suffer from diabetes<\/a> you need to stay on top of the disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your doctor will be able to measure hemoglobin levels in order to determine your blood sugar control over the long term. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some important steps that you can take in order to control your diabetes are to make sure that you take the medications that are prescribed to you, checking your blood sugar levels on a regular basis, getting a minimum of 30 minutes of physical activity each day, and eating a diet that is healthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taking these steps will not only help you with the leg pain that you are experiencing, but it will also lead to a healthier life overall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Walk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the best things that you can do if you are suffering from leg pain is to make sure that you are getting enough regular exercise<\/a>. While it may seem surprising that walking can help with your leg pain, it is something that can really go a long way when you are suffering from any type of disease that is causing you pain in your legs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you start walking each day you will likely find that you will be able to go further and further each day without as much pain. Walking can help to improve the strength of your leg muscles and can also improve the delivery of oxygen to the muscles in your legs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try to take at least a 30-minute walk at least three times each week. Ideally, walking should be done in a supervised setting where a trained professional can help you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Lose Weight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Being overweight <\/a>can cause many different health issues. One of the biggest issues that being overweight can cause is cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular disease can be very dangerous and lead to strokes, heart attacks, blood clots, and potentially death. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being obese can also cause issues with people suffering from claudication. One of the reasons is because it puts a strain on circulation. In addition, it also causes damage to the feet. If you are overweight it is important to make some lifestyle changes in order to reduce your weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Changing your diet and getting more physically active can help you shed any unnecessary pounds. Losing as little as 5 pounds can help immensely. If you are struggling to change your diet habits, hiring a dietician can help you get on track. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A personal trainer can provide you with proper training tools to help you lose weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Avoid Using Heating Pads<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you are suffering from leg pain, chances are that you may think that using a heating pad is a good idea. After all, oftentimes, when suffering from an injury icing it and then applying heat, is often recommended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you are suffering from leg pain that is caused by restricted blood flow<\/a>, applying heat can actually be dangerous. The reason for this is because the restricted blood flow often causes a person to experience cold feet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the feet are cold you may be tempted to try to warm them with a heating pad or hot water bottle. However, because blood flow is restricted, the heat from a heating pad or hot water bottle will not be dissipated. This can actually cause burns on your feet. Instead of using a heating pad or hot water bottle, try using loose wool socks in order to get your feet warm instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Taking Care of Your Feet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We use our feet a lot. After all, our feet are what get us from place to place. No matter what type of job you have, being on your feet can be hard on them, so it is important to make sure that you are taking care of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wearing proper footwear is important as this can help your feet and your legs. Your shoes should fit properly and if necessary be equipped with inserts if needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

People who suffer from diabetes need to be especially careful about the health of the feet because bad circulation <\/a>can turn a minor injury into a more serious problem. The same is true for those who suffer from peripheral arterial disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure that you are washing and drying your feet each day and checking for any injuries. Doing this can help alleviate foot and leg pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Control Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Levels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are suffering from intermittent claudication it is important to make sure that you have your cholesterol and blood pressure checked regularly. If you are suffering from high blood pressure or high cholesterol<\/a> it is important to make sure that you get both of these things under control as soon as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are several great foods that you can eat that can help to lower your blood pressure naturally. You can find heart-healthy diets that you can follow that will help with high cholesterol and blood pressure. These diets can help you lose weight as well.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, exercising on a regular basis can help with your cholesterol levels as well. High blood pressure can cause a whole host of health issues, which includes leg pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting your blood pressure and your cholesterol under control can help alleviate some of the pain that you are experiencing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Folate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are suffering from leg pain there could be a chance that you have low levels of folate. Homocysteine, which is an amino acid, is linked to a higher risk of developing heart disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Increasing your levels of folate, which is the B vitamin referred to as folic acid<\/a>, can help to lower levels of homocysteine. Doing this can lower your risk of developing heart disease, which in turn can help improve any symptoms such as leg pain that you may be experiencing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are several foods that are good sources of folate. Some of these include beans, broccoli, fortified cereals, orange juice, and spinach. It is important to note that if you are suffering from chronic leg pain it could be a sign of a serious condition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is important to make sure that you discuss your pain with your doctor so that an underlying cause can be determined. This will then provide you with answers to what you need to do to alleviate the pain that you are experiencing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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