What is the circulation system?
The circulation system is the vital network of blood vessels and the heart that supply nutrient- and oxygen-rich blood throughout your body, and return the blood back to the lungs and then the heart for recirculation. The heart works to pump the blood all over your body. Arteries carry the blood away from the heart while veins carry it back.
Having proper circulation helps keep you healthy. If you have poor circulation, you’ll experience many symptoms. Not to mention, this is often an indication of an underlying health problem.
What are symptoms of poor circulation?
Poor circulation has many symptoms, including:
- Numbness or tingling in your limbs
- Muscle cramps
- Cold hands or feet
- Swelling in the extremities
- Fatigue
Each circulatory disease has its own unique symptoms. But these signs are common indicators of circulation problems.
What are common circulation diseases and disorders?
Poor circulation causes many diseases and disorders, some of which are:
- An aortic aneurysm
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD)
- Coronary artery disease
- Atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries)
If you have certain diseases like diabetes or high blood pressure, you may be at increased risk of developing these issues.
How are circulation diseases treated?
Dr. Chane and his team at CA Heart and Vein Specialists take a holistic, no-drugs approach to treating circulatory issues. Technologies such as BEMER®, which uses a pulsed electromagnetic field, and ECP, short for external counterpulsation therapy, help stimulate blood circulation, which increases blood flow and relieves your symptoms.
How can I prevent circulatory diseases and disorders?
There are things you can do at home to help reduce your risk of developing circulatory issues, such as:
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Exercise frequently
- Manage diseases like high blood pressure or diabetes
- Quit smoking
If you have a family history of high blood pressure or circulatory disorders, be sure to have regular check-ups to monitor you for these issues.
If you’ve experienced symptoms of poor circulation like cold hands and feet or tingling in your extremities, schedule an appointment with Dr. Chane and his team today. You can make your appointment by contacting the office or scheduling it online.
To learn more about ECP, click here! To learn more about BEMER, click here!
