Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that typically appear on the legs and feet. They occur when veins become overfilled with blood, leading to a swollen and bulging appearance. These veins are often blue or dark purple and can be visible just beneath the skin’s surface. In some cases, they may itch or ache.
While varicose veins can be harmful to your health, for numerous reasons. At Vein Institute, you can receive treatments that get rid of unwelcome varicose veins.
What are Varicose Veins?
What Causes Varicose Veins?
Your veins are part of your circulatory system. As you breathe in, your body sends oxygen into your blood. Oxygenated blood circulates through your body before returning to the heart.
Valves in your veins keep blood flowing in the correct direction. But sometimes, these valves don’t work as well as they should. Instead of pumping blood back to the heart, it can pool in certain parts of the vein.
Back-up blood flow often causes the vein to swell. The veins might also develop a knotted, twisted appearance.
Varicose veins often result from:
- Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Increased age
- Standing for long periods
Women are also more likely to develop varicose veins than men. Doctors believe that female hormones, which control pregnancy and menopause, may be to blame.
At Vein Institute, your expert provider gets to the root of your varicose veins. They help you select a minimally-invasive treatment to shrink your veins and relieve your discomfort.
In the past, varicose veins were an unavoidable fact of life. But today, patients have many options for eliminating stubborn varicose veins.
Available treatments include:
No matter which treatment is best for your condition, Vein Institute provides ongoing support. You receive one-on-one guidance that addresses all your concerns. Vein Institute also delivers comprehensive follow-up care after your procedure.
Can I Get Rid of My Varicose Veins?
Varicose Vein Treatment
Ambulatory Phlebectomy Treatment
Ambulatory phlebectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to remove superficial varicose veins. It involves making tiny incisions or needle punctures in the skin through which the varicose veins are extracted using specialized hooks. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia, and patients can walk and resume normal activities shortly after the treatment.
Let Vein Institute help you find a treatment that’s right for you. Call the office today or request an appointment online.