What Is Chronic Venous Insufficiency?
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a condition where the veins in the legs are not working properly. Normally, veins in the legs carry blood up toward the heart. With chronic venous insufficiency, the vein valves are not functioning properly, causing blood to pool in the legs.
How Compression Stockings Can Manage Varicose Veins
Compression stockings help manage the swelling, pain and heaviness often associated with varicose veins. The consistent, targeted level of gentle pressure applied can make their appearance less prominent and ease your symptoms.
How Does Ambulatory Phlebectomy Work?
If you’re suffering from the appearance and discomfort of varicose veins, a range of options are available to treat this medical condition. Ambulatory phlebectomy is one minimally invasive procedure that involves making a tiny pin-point puncture with a small needle over the areas of varicose veins.
Early Signs and Symptoms of Varicose Veins
Over 40 million Americans suffer from varicose veins, but they tend to go unnoticed until the veins become physically prominent. When veins are damaged or weakened, they can no longer efficiently pump blood back to the heart.
Can Young Adults Develop Varicose Veins?
The condition which causes the development of varicose veins is primarily genetic, but many people associate varicose veins with age-related changes. While this does play a factor in their development, younger adults can also develop venous insufficiency.