Conservative Method.

Of course there is a form of treatment that offers an alternative to surgical intervention. This method is also designed to restore and maintain the best possible state of health.

It essentially consists of wearing compression stockings. However, these have to be worn continually, even in the hot summer months.

If you decide to take this option, you must be clear about two things. Firstly, such treatment will usually continue indefinitely. Secondly, it does not offer comparable protection against thrombosis and the potential, associated risk of a pulmonary embolism or leg ulcer – not to mention the visual impact of this method.