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Crossing legs and it's health impacts.
I have this query about if crossing legs and it's impact. I'm aware that crossing legs for too long time can lower blood flow in the legs. But would like to know if it will also cause Varicose veins, spiders and back pain??
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Yes , Keeping the legs crossed one over the other for longer periods ( more than 5 min)does decrease the blood circulation in the lower half of the legs and can cause pain in the muscles.
There are no long term studies done on this topic that says that this habit can lead to either of the conditions you have mentioned.
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Legs are primarily meant to be kept straight and transfer weight.
Have fun keep it straight. Good luck.
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Dr. Bipin Ninan Abraham
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Bangalore
Sitting with your legs crossed may not always be bad; itâs the sitting in the same position for hours on end that can be. Fight a sedentary lifestyle by getting up to take walks every half hour, stretching, and focusing on sitting up straight. It won't cause varicose veins but it can cause a varicose vein to further worsen,
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Dr. Kiran Kumar S
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14 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi. Crossing legs for longer durations is not advised.
Next Steps
dont keep legs in crossing position
Health Tips
keep changing ur posture
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