3 Signs You Need Vein Treatment

1. 3 Signs You Need Vein Treatment

2. Vein Disease Vein disease is a common condition that affects million of American’s every year, yet so many people are unaware of what treatment is available. Vein disease, the leading cause of varicose veins, is not a life-threatening condition, however it does have the potential to become dangerous in left untreated. If you are at risk for vein disease, it’s important to be aware of the symptoms so you know what to look out for.

3. Swollen Legs Swollen legs are not always a cause for concern. However, if you smoke, are overweight, or sit or stand for long periods, you swollen legs could actually be a result of poor blood circulation. Vein disease causes the valves within the leg veins to work improperly. Instead of pumping blood back towards the heart, gravity pulls the blood downwards. Overtime if not treated properly, this lack of proper circulation may result in swelling of the legs and ankles.

4. Leg Pain There are many different reasons that your leg could be painful, however, unless you recently suffered an injury or fall, the pain is your leg is likely due to an underlying health condition. When the blood in the leg veins has nowhere to go, it begins to pool up in the veins. This may not be noticeable at first, but over time this can lead to pain when doing normal activities like walking or bending over. Another telltale sign that your leg pain is due to vein disease is if the pain goes away when resting. Once you elevate your leg, you are helping the blood flow back the way it was supposed to do. Although this can provide some effective pain relief, the effects are only temporary as you can’t elevate your leg all day long.

5. Skin Discoloration / Non-Healing Wounds As mentioned earlier, vein disease is a condition that affects the bodies ability to properly circulate blood throughout the lower extremities. Blood carries oxygen and nutrients to our muscles, tissues, and organs, and if we don’t have enough of it, wounds can develop that take very long to heal, or sometimes don’t heal at all. Another sign of vein disease is skin discoloration. If there are red, blue, or purple discolorations on your legs or ankles, it is very likely that it’s a result of vein disease and poor circulation. If you experience any of the symptoms mentioned above, its important to be aware of what your options are for treatment. Although many people can live for years with vein disease and never notice or experience symptoms, it is a condition that has the potential to cause complications over time. This is especially true if you are already at risk.

6. Risk Factors for Vein Disease: • Anyone can develop this common condition of vein disease in legs. However, certain groups and factors are associated with greater risk, including: • People over the age of 50 – Age puts more strain on your veins causing them to weaken over time. • Women – Hormone changes make women more at risk than men for vein disease in the legs. • Pregnancy – Increased blood volume during pregnancy can enlarge your veins. • Obesity – Extra weight can put more pressure on your veins. • Family history of blood clots or vein disease – Genetics plays a key role in the development of vein disease. • High blood pressure – This condition can increase your risk of vein valves malfunctioning.

7. Non-Surgical Vein Treatment at USA Vein Clinics Unlike other vein treatment facilities, at USA Vein Clinics we exclusively offer non-surgical procedures for vein disease. Our treatments are administered in our outpatient clinics, which means no lengthy, expensive hospital stay. All of our treatments are also covered by insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, just give us a call to verify your coverage. As medical professionals, we never want anyone to suffer in pain, wondering if there is a solution out there for them. We are truly committed to providing safe, effective, high quality vein treatments from our vein specialist experts. Take back your freedom today and start the journey towards healthier legs.