Varicose veins are a condition in which the veins become enlarged and twisted causing swelling and pain. In India, more than 10 million people suffer from venous insufficiency which may lead to varicose veins in severe cases. Venous insufficiency can be caused by blood clotting disorders, during pregnancy, due to the habit of smoking, sedentary jobs, prolonged standing, or obesity.
To know if you suffer from venous insufficiency look for signs such as itchy, weak legs, leg ulcers, pain, leg cramps and swelling. The most common treatment method suggested by doctors to treat this condition or even varicose veins at an early stage is prescribing compression stockings. These stockings are designed to apply pressure at strategic points of your legs such as the lower leg and the ankle to reduce swelling and improve blood circulation.