Tired, achy legs? Varicose veins or spider veins? Swollen ankles at the end of the day? These are indicators that you may have a vein disorder. Vein disorders are very common, affecting more than 24 million Americans. The interventional radiologists (physicians) at Suburban Imaging are experts at vein treatments, and stress the importance of finding and diagnosing any underlying vein disorder or disease. There are many different treatment options for varicose veins; a consultation with the radiologist will help determine which one is right for you.

What are varicose veins?
Veins carry blood to the heart. Normally, valves within the veins open and close to keep blood flowing upward, toward the heart. When the valves don’t function properly, blood pools and flows downward, a condition called reflux or venous insufficiency. Reflux results in enlarged veins that become visible underneath the skin and are called varicose veins. Varicose veins may appear elongated, bulging and rope-like.

Treatment options for varicose veins include:

• Lifestyle changes such as exercising and weight loss
• Conservative treatments such as elevating your legs and/or wearing compression stockings
• Sclerotherapy - learn more about this treatment option
• Venous ablation - learn more about this treatment option
• Ambulatory phlebectomy

Typically, you do not need a referral from your primary healthcare provider to have a consultations with a Suburban Imaging interventional radiologist. Most insurance plans cover treatment options for varicose veins if you are experiencing symptoms such as achy legs or swollen ankles. Check with your insurance plan to verify benefits and ensure coverage.

Now is the time to take care of your varicose veins!

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