TENS for feet

If you have ever been confined to a long flight, you probably know the feeling of poor circulation. Tingling feet and legs, cold hands or toes; these are all common signs that blood flow has decreased. Circulation is the flow of blood and fluids in the body that delivers vitamins and nutrients to cells and organs.

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The seven common signs of poor circulation
Proper blood flow can be encouraged through regular exercise, massage or TENS therapy. If you live with a condition such as neuropathy, or are immobile for a long time, there are many signs that your circulation has declined. Here are the signs of poor circulation:

1. Numbness
   The first indication that blood is not circulating properly is numbness. Numbness or tingling in the extremities is a telltale sign of poor circulation. This is usually felt in the feet and hands. Ask a friend to use the end or tip of a pen to prod your feet. If you cannot feel when the pen makes contact with your foot, it may be a sign of poor circulation.
2. Cold sensation
   If your feet or hands are colder than the rest of your body, it is possible that blood is not circulating sufficiently to that area. It is harder for blood to pump into the feet and hands because of their distance from the heart. Pay attention to the temperature of your limbs for clues about your circulation.
3. Swelling
   In some cases a lack of circulation causes a build-up of fluids in the body, which can lead to swelling. Swelling is more often felt in the legs, ankles or feet. If you have unexplained pain and swelling, this may be the cause.
4. Difficulty concentrating
   If blood cannot reach the brain, you may experience cognitive dysfunction or difficulties. Memory loss or difficulty concentrating can be the result of poor circulation. Abnormal changes in blood pressure are important indicators of circulation problems.
5. Throbbing muscles
   A common sign of circulation problems is a throbbing sensation in the calf muscles. Leg pain can get worse after long periods of sitting. In addition to a throbbing sensation, muscle cramps become more frequent.
6. Blue skin
   The nose, lips, ears, hands and feet can appear blue in severe cases of neuropathy. This skin discolouration occurs when arterial blood cannot reach the body's tissues.
7. Varicose veins and ulcers
   When blood cannot circulate, it can start to pool in large volumes. Varicose veins look like knots under the skin and make it harder for blood to return to the heart. When blood pools, it hinders the body's ability to heal; this can lead to ulcers on the legs and feet.

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