Covid weakness is due to venous blood stagnation, said the doctor of the first category, neurologist, rehabilitation specialist Alexei Rudenko. Due to severe intoxication, the movement of blood through the veins is slowed down, organs and muscles receive less nutrients and oxygen. Because of this, after the illness, there are difficulties with movement.
Rudenko pointed out that such a weakness is not laziness, it does not need to be overcome and is too demanding on one’s body. Recovery takes time. But complete rest is also a mistake. Depending on the state, you need to choose feasible loads and increase them to the usual level. For example, 3 times a day for 10 minutes. If shortness of breath occurs, you should rest a bit, but in no case should you stop exercising.
Getting used to walking, you can gradually introduce cardio loads, only then return to strength. To help the body cope with the elimination of toxins, antioxidants are usually taken, but this requires the consultation of the attending physician. TASS.