India, Aug. 19 -- Sitting for long hours at your desk or standing on your feet all day might seem harmless, but your 9-5 routine could silently be straining your veins. Vascular surgeon Dr Sumit Kapadia, in his August 16 Instagram post, explains how everyday work habits contribute to varicose veins and shares simple changes you can make to protect your vein health. (Also read: Surgeon says 'high blood pressure often has no symptoms'; lists 5 early warning signs to watch before it gets serious )

"Sitting for 8+ hours a day might look like just another part of your 9-5 grind, but your veins might be silently screaming for help," warned Dr Sumit in his caption. "Prolonged sitting slows blood circulation, increases pressure in your veins, an...