Although the latest minimal invasive procedures can be offered to most patients there will still be many who, given the choices, will opt for traditional treatment. This can be arranged following consultation. Before looking at the different types of traditional treatment there are a number of simple, generally sensible, steps that you can take that will ease your symptoms or prevent them from getting worse. These include: 1. Try to maintain a healthy weight 2. Do regular exercise 3. Eat a balanced diet, including plenty of fibre to prevent constipation 4. Avoid long periods of sitting or standing 5. When resting, keep your feet up 6. Avoid very tight clothing around the waist and thighs None of these however will make existing varicose veins disappear. The traditional treatments which have been used for the treatment of varicose veins include: 1. Support stockings 2. Injections 3. Surgery 4. 'Alternative treatments'