Varicose Veins

What are varicose veins?
Arteries bring blood from the heart to the extremities. Veins, which have one-way valves, channel blood back to the heart. If the valves don't function well, blood doesn't flow efficiently. The veins become enlarged because they are congested with blood. These enlarged veins are commonly called spider veins or varicose veins. Spider veins are small red, blue or purple veins on the surface of the skin. Varicose veins are larger distended veins that are located somewhat deeper than spider veins.

We offer many effective and scientifically-proven treatments for the large, painful varicose veins to the smallest spider veins. If your legs are heavy, tired, achy, burn, itch, cramp, swell, or feel restless  you probably have some venous disease.

Risk factors for varicose veins include family history, pregnancy, prior trauma to legs, occupation requiring prolonged sitting or standing, aging, and increased weight. Approximately 55% of women and 45% of men after the age of 50 have venous disease with approximately a third of those patients being symptomatic.

If left untreated, these veins will become worse over time. The affected veins will get larger and damage will occur to the surrounding veins. The lower legs could experience skin changes such as a bronzing color or ulcerations that are difficult to heal. Swelling may also occur. All of these changes are due to venous insufficiencies.