Lower Limb Edema: The Venous Factors

Abstract

The life-threatening pandemic has been a whistle blower for many underlying diseases and pathologies. The sedentary lifestyle caused due to complete or phasic lockdown imposed by Government of India from time to time changed the way for our legs – from “running legs” to “stay at home legs”. This may pose a threat for another pandemic ready to manifest- the lower limb edema. Taking into consideration the iceberg presentation for this disease, the authors highlight the normal anatomy of venous channels of lower limb so that various rehabilitative exercises and strategies may be planned for “sit and remain fit” mode of living. The article discusses the types of veins -the superficial, the deep and the communicating veins with their normal anatomy, microanatomy and reasons for blood stasis manifesting as edema of lower limbs.