Chronic venous insufficiency. A physician may prescribe compression stockings and recommend that the patient sleep with his or her feet elevated above the heart. In severe cases, a physician may recommend a valvuloplasty.
Superficial thrombophlebitis. Phlebitis usually improves without treatment over the course of one week. A physician may prescribe an anti-inflammatory to ease pain.
Varicose veins. Treatments for varicose veins include sclerotherapy or vein removal or stripping.