Whether wearing stockings is effective in treating varicose veins is not clear and is not recommended; people with varicose veins can wear compression stockings to alleviate the symptoms. Varicose veins refer to the backward flow of blood due to incomplete closure of valves in the veins, which causes stagnation of blood and eventually dilation, twisting and bulging of the veins. Varicose veins of the lower extremities are most common in people who stand for long periods of time, engage in heavy physical labor, and have high abdominal pressure. Currently, in the non-surgical treatment of varicose veins of the lower limbs, compression therapy is definitely effective, i.e., wearing compression stockings or using compression bandages for compression bandaging. Stockings are not recommended due to their thin texture, which does not allow for sufficient compression and is not effective. Varicose veins are also treated with sclerotherapy and surgery. If you feel unwell, please visit the hospital promptly.