Living with leg vein problems can affect every aspect of your life – from how you feel to what you wear. As The Leg Vein Experts, we know these symptoms deserve more than just cosmetic attention. If you're experiencing visible veins, discomfort, or swelling, you may have an underlying vein condition that requires medical expertise.
The underlying cause of vein disease is poor circulation, which results in blood pooling in veins, leading to increased pressure and bulging. Various factors can contribute to this condition, including genetics, age, pregnancy, obesity, and prolonged standing or sitting.
Expert Insight: You're not alone – leg vein disease affects 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men in the United States. Despite how common these conditions are, many people delay seeking treatment. Our experience shows that early evaluation and treatment by a vein specialist leads to better outcomes and helps prevent more serious problems from developing.
Vein disease is progressive, meaning symptoms can worsen over time if left untreated. However, there's good news - with early intervention from our board-certified specialists, most patients experience relief in as little as one week. At Vascular Solutions, we offer today’s most advanced, minimally invasive treatments:
At Vascular Solutions, we understand you may have questions about vein care, our practice, and treatment options. Here are answers to common questions from our patients. If you don't find what you're looking for, we encourage you to contact us directly.
As The Leg Vein Experts, we provide comprehensive care for all vein and vascular conditions. From cosmetic spider veins to complex vein problems and leg ulcers, we create individualized treatment plans for the full spectrum of vein disorders. Common conditions we treat include varicose veins, leg swelling, and chronic venous insufficiency.
Our commitment to excellence sets us apart:
Your care will be provided by our board-certified vascular surgeons, led by Dr. Ford. Vascular surgeons undergo specialized training in both surgical and minimally invasive treatments of vascular disorders. This expertise allows us to accurately diagnose your condition and determine the most appropriate treatment approach.
Spider veins are tiny damaged veins visible just below the skin's surface, appearing as web-like patterns in blue, purple, or red. While typically less than 1mm in diameter, these veins can cause cosmetic concerns and occasionally result in tingling or burning sensations.
Varicose veins are abnormally dilated veins measuring more than 3mm in diameter, commonly occurring in the legs. These veins can bulge, twist, and become visible on the skin surface, often causing symptoms like leg fatigue, aching, discomfort, and itching.
While the exact cause can be difficult to pinpoint, several factors increase the risk of developing varicose veins:
Common symptoms include:
Expert Insight: You can have significant vein disease without visible varicose veins. Symptoms often worsen with prolonged sitting or standing.
If you have only scattered spider veins without symptoms, you may not require ultrasound evaluation. However, we recommend a consultation with our specialists to determine if further testing would be beneficial. If needed, we can perform ultrasound testing during your initial visit.
Contact us to schedule an evaluation today. At Vascular Solutions, we combine medical excellence with genuine care to help you achieve happier and healthier legs.
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7800 Providence Road, Suite 209
7800 Providence Road #209
Charlotte, NC 28226
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