A varicose vein is a highly visible vein located just beneath the surface of the skin. It occurs when blood collects behind the small valves in a person’s veins instead of flowing smoothly back to the heart. They are more common in the legs and feet, because blood returning to the heart has further to travel.
Varicose Veins and Spider Veins are similar, however spider veins are closer to the surface of the skin. Varicose Veins are larger and deeper than spider veins. They may appear lumpy or twisted. Spider veins are typically small, thin lines that may be flat or slightly raised.
Although they can cause some discomfort, the majority of the time Spider Veins are painless.
Vein diseases need to be taken seriously and treated early, otherwise the veins become permanently damaged and this can lead to more serious conditions, such as blood clots and chronic leg ulcers.
Doctors often recommend compression stockings to improve circulation, stop varicose veins from getting worse, and reduce pain or discomfort. Compression stockings are designed to provide consistent pressure to the legs, helping the blood to flow back toward the heart.
Contact Clare & Jo who can assist with the most suitable style of compression stocking for you.
Varicose Veins and Spider Veins are similar, however spider veins are closer to the surface of the skin. Varicose Veins are larger and deeper than spider veins. They may appear lumpy or twisted. Spider veins are typically small, thin lines that may be flat or slightly raised.
Although they can cause some discomfort, the majority of the time Spider Veins are painless.
Vein diseases need to be taken seriously and treated early, otherwise the veins become permanently damaged and this can lead to more serious conditions, such as blood clots and chronic leg ulcers.
Doctors often recommend compression stockings to improve circulation, stop varicose veins from getting worse, and reduce pain or discomfort. Compression stockings are designed to provide consistent pressure to the legs, helping the blood to flow back toward the heart.
Contact Clare & Jo who can assist with the most suitable style of compression stocking for you.