Treating And Preventing Chilblains

Stay Active To Improve Circulation

Individuals prone to developing chilblains will decrease their risk of the condition by staying active. Engaging in physical activities regularly may also help treat the condition. Poor circulation is one of the main risk factors of chilblains, so getting regular exercise is one of the best ways to reduce an individual's risk. Individuals should exercise at least four times a week to improve circulation. Even doing some light exercise regularly will keep the blood flowing to extremities. Stay active to improve circulation, but avoid vigorous exercise if symptoms of chilblains appear, as this may aggravate the condition. Taking a daily thirty-minute walk would be very beneficial, but individuals can walk around at home or work periodically if they are unable to get outdoors or to a gym. Even walking in place or pacing back and forth is movement and will get the blood flowing.