These veins run up and down the leg, returning blood from the feet, shins, and thighs to the heart. When the valves in the saphenous veins are impaired, blood can pool in the leg, foot ...
feet, ankles and toes. Varicose veins appear more prominent and blue or purple compared to normal veins. When blood circulation is not proper in the veins, then the veins turn into varicose veins.