Spider veins treatments and information

Spider Veins are a cousin of varicose veins (vericose veins). They are generally much closer to the skin's surface and are smaller than varicose veins. Spider veins are a result of swelling that occurs when part of a vein weakens causing blood to pool. They are most often seen on the legs or faces of women, and are blue or red in color.

Spider veins are usually only a cosmetic concern. They may cause mild discomfort, but are not considered serious and treatment is always optional...unless you're planning a trip to the beach.

Causes of spider veins:

• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting with legs crossed at the knee are the most common causes of spider veins in the legs. It is recommended to change positions regularly to keep blood circulating and sit with legs crossed at the ankles rather than the knee

• Problems with the tiny valves inside veins that regulate blood flow, or a smaller than normal number of these valves

• Hormonal deviations (such as those during pregnancy or menopause) and excessive exposure to the sun can also contribute to the formation of spider veins

Spider veins treatments : prevention : healthy circulation

mediK8 - the European sensation with the highest percentage of vitamin K of any spider vein treatment , cream - 8% vitamin K

pro K - professional strength vitamin K cream for spider veins

Venafit - dietary supplement with a horse chestnut based formulation to promote proper leg circulation and help prevent spider veins