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Can I exercise to reduce the risk of Varicose Veins during pregnancy?

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Can I exercise to reduce the risk of Varicose Veins during pregnancy?

In this video, Professor Alun tells us whether exercise can reduce the risk of Varicose veins which is a common condition that can often occur in pregnant women.

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There are no specific exercises that can reduce your varicose veins during pregnancy. The advice is basically to follow NICE guidance on exercise and is to just generally be as mobile as possible and walking around.

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