Chronic venous disorders resulting in varicose veins of the lower limbs are considered a civilisation disease - almost 60% of the population suffers from them. According to epidemiological studies, 47% of women and 37% of men in Poland suffer from this venous disorder. The substrate for the occurrence of the ailment is not only genetic, but also lifestyle (e.g. long standing). Varicose veins are an important element of embolic-thrombotic disease, which is very dangerous. This is why it is so important to prevent varicose veins from developing.