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About Leg Ulcers Most people with leg ulcers, or who are at risk of getting leg ulcers, never see a vascular specialist and so never get a chance to be cured. Those with leg ulcers get into the routine of recurrent dressings and bandages - this temporarily heals the ulcer which then breaks down again and again. Those at risk of leg ulcers get sent away with skin creams or pressure stockings, allowing the skin to worsen and the ulcer to develop. People with diabetes are at special risk of developing foot ulcers, and foot care is an important part of diabetes management. What Causes Leg Ulcers? The most common cause of leg ulcers is poor blood circulation, particularly the inability of the veins to return deoxygenated blood from the legs back to the heart. Other causes or exacerbating factors include relentless pressure (bed sores), badly managed diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking, dietary problems and poor arterial circulation. Older people are at greater risk. What Can I Do About Leg Ulcers? Stop smoking and lose weight if you are overweight. Reduce the amount of fat in your diet and eat more fruit and vegetables. Exercise as much as possible. By exercising, you force your blood vessels to form new branches, improving the blood circulation in your legs. Activate your calf muscles regularly by walking and exercising. If you have to stay seated for a long time, move your feet up and down occasionally. Treatment may involve wound cleansing, anti-inflammatory treatment and application of dressings. So long as there is no arterial disease, venous leg ulcers will benefit from elevation and compression dressings. Additional information Some ulcers are clearly caused by problems in the veins. This should be confirmed by clinical assessment and on special investigations. If this is the case then compression treatment should be commenced. It should only be applied after the arteries have been assessed by measuring the ankle-brachial index. This is because if compression is applied and the arteries are badly diseased, this can damage the ulcer and the leg, and make matters worse. To be most effective, nutritional supplements work better in combination. It may be more beneficial to take a variety of Herbs or Nutrients for more rapid and complete healing... Caution: Always seek professional help for any serious disease. The products listed may be helpful in addition to Medical Treatment, however they are not intended to replace it. When in doubt seek Medical Advice. The following Combinations are those recommended for the treatment of Leg Ulcers. Supplements: Vitamins :- A, B Complex, C, E Minerals :- Calcium, Zinc, Chelated Multi Minerals Food Supplements :- Rutin + Bioflavonoids. Notes :- Plus herbs and nutrients often available combined as a specific formula for strengthening blood vessels and promoting good circulation. Related Items: (You can click on the product images for additional information) Rutin 500mg + Bioflavonoids 500mg Advanced Calcium Bio Zinc Lovely Legs Vein Care Formula