Does Crossing Your Legs Cause Spider Veins?

According to AVLC vascular surgeon Dr. Richard Rosenfeld, M.D., FACPh, crossing your legs and excessive standing are not causes of spider veins and other vascular issues. Spider veins are caused by weakened valves and veins in your legs. Standing may exacerbate existing vein problems but should not cause them. Another old wives’ tale put to rest! Spider veins [...]