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Woman holding her lower leg due to heaviness and poor circulation
February 18, 2026

Blood Pooling in the Legs: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Care

United Vein & Vascular Centers®

If your legs feel heavy, swollen, or tight at the end of the day, you may be experiencing blood pooling or poor circulation in the legs. Many people describe this sensation as pressure, fullness, or aching that becomes more noticeable after long periods of standing or sitting. Symptoms may improve temporarily with rest or leg […]

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