Many people confuse spider veins with varicose veins however, the two are different, not least in appearance. Varicose veins are known for their large and bulging veins. Spider veins however get their name from the blue or red web of small veins that appear spread across the affected area. They increase with age and this is because of poor...

How to prevent varicose veins: As the diagram above shows, normal functioning veins allow the smooth flow of blood back to the heart. They work by pumping the blood along the vein by way of a series of one way valves. This prevents the blood taking the easy route and going in the direction of gravity! It's when any of these valves malfunction...