Prevention of spider and varicose veins

There are several simple things you can do to help prevent varicose and spider veins and to relieve the discomfort from the ones you have:

• Protect your skin from the sun by wearing sunscreen to prevent spider veins on the face.
• Exercise regularly to improve your leg strength, circulation, and vein strength.
• Control your weight to avoid placing too much pressure on your legs.
• Do not cross your legs when sitting.
• Do not stand for long periods of time.
• Wear elastic support stockings, but avoid clothing that is too tight or that will constrict too much

Alternative therapies

Some dermatologist are recommending a classical surgical approach to this problem, although it has been used less and less in the last couple of years! Some physicians bandage the injected areas and instruct patients to compress the treated vessels by wearing support hose. This may help seal the treated vessels, keep the blood from collecting under the skin, and reduce the development of dark spots. Others put tape dressings on the areas and do not use compression unless the veins are large or in special locations.