TREATMENT

Chronic Venous Insufficiency Treatment

VEIN TREATMENT & VENOUS REFLUX CARE

Chronic venous insufficiency treatment focuses on reducing leg symptoms and addressing faulty vein valves that allow blood to pool in the legs. Treatment may include compression therapy, lifestyle changes, ultrasound-guided planning, and minimally invasive procedures to close or treat diseased veins.
  • Treats venous reflux
  • May reduce leg swelling
  • Planned with ultrasound
  • Supports long-term vein care
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  • Supportive care and recovery guidance
  • Care across 4 Las Vegas locations
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Quick Summary

Key takeaway: Chronic venous insufficiency treatment targets the vein valve problems and pressure buildup that can cause swelling, heaviness, skin changes, and varicose veins.

The right plan depends on symptoms, ultrasound findings, skin changes, clot history, vein anatomy, and overall health. Some patients need conservative care, while others may benefit from minimally invasive vein procedures.

WHAT IS CHRONIC VENOUS INSUFFICIENCY TREATMENT?

Chronic venous insufficiency treatment is care for long-term vein valve problems that make it harder for blood to return from the legs toward the heart. When valves fail, blood can pool in the legs and raise pressure inside the veins.

Treatment may include compression stockings, walking, leg elevation, skin care, medication review, wound prevention, or procedures such as EVLT, radiofrequency ablation, VenaSeal, sclerotherapy, foam treatment, or phlebectomy.

Because venous insufficiency can progress over time, treatment often focuses on both symptom control and reducing ongoing pressure in diseased veins. Ultrasound mapping helps identify which veins are contributing to the problem.

Who May Be a Good Candidate

  • Leg swelling or heaviness
  • Aching or throbbing legs
  • Skin discoloration
  • Venous reflux on ultrasound
  • Varicose vein symptoms
A full evaluation helps determine which chronic venous insufficiency treatment is appropriate based on symptoms, ultrasound findings, skin health, clot history, and overall health.

Conditions Treated

Chronic venous insufficiency treatment may be considered when poor vein valve function causes symptoms, visible vein changes, or skin problems in the legs.

Venous Insufficiency

Faulty vein valves can allow blood to pool and increase pressure in the legs.

Varicose Veins

Bulging veins may develop when underlying reflux raises pressure in surface veins.

Leg Swelling and Heaviness

Venous reflux may contribute to tired, heavy, swollen, or uncomfortable legs.

Venous Skin Changes

Long-term vein pressure may cause discoloration, itching, irritation, or ulcer risk.

Benefits of Treatment

  • May reduce swelling
  • May ease leg heaviness
  • Targets refluxing veins
  • Supports skin health
  • May reduce ulcer risk
Benefits depend on reflux pattern, skin changes, treatment type, compression use, and follow-up care.

How the Procedure Works / What to Expect

Chronic venous insufficiency care begins with symptom review and vein ultrasound. Treatment may combine compression, skin care, walking, and procedures that close or treat refluxing veins.

Preparation Before Treatment

  • Vein ultrasound is reviewed
  • Skin changes are checked
  • Treatment goals are confirmed

During the Procedure

  • Reflux pattern is targeted
  • Vein treatment is planned
  • Compression may be used

Recovery & Aftercare

  • Walking is encouraged
  • Leg care continues
  • Follow-up may be needed

Risks / Considerations

  • Symptoms can recur
  • Veins can progress
  • Clot risk is rare

Related Treatments / Alternatives

Depending on ultrasound findings and symptom severity, chronic venous insufficiency treatment may involve compression, vein closure, injection therapy, or surface vein removal.

Varicose Vein Treatment

A broader treatment approach for symptomatic bulging veins and underlying venous reflux.

Compression Therapy

A conservative treatment used to support leg veins and reduce swelling or heaviness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when leg vein valves do not work well, allowing blood to pool and pressure to build in the veins.
Treatment may include compression therapy, walking, leg elevation, skin care, and minimally invasive procedures to close or treat refluxing veins.
Yes. Long-term vein pressure can contribute to skin discoloration, itching, irritation, thickening, inflammation, or venous ulcers.
Compression can help control symptoms and swelling, but it may not correct underlying refluxing veins. Some patients need additional treatment.
Yes. Vein disease can progress over time, and new refluxing veins may develop. Follow-up care helps monitor results.
The best treatment depends on ultrasound findings, symptoms, skin changes, vein anatomy, clot history, and overall health.

Locations

LVVIS offers vein evaluation and treatment planning at multiple Las Vegas locations. Choose the office that is most convenient when scheduling your visit.

LVVIS West Side Consultation Office

8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 350
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Consultations and vascular evaluations

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LV2 Limb & Vascular Division

8930 W Sunset Rd, Suite 350
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Limb preservation and podiatry partnership care

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LVVIS East Procedure Office

2250 E Flamingo Rd, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Procedures, diagnostics, and circulatory care

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LVVIS West Side Surgical Center

6120 S Fort Apache Rd, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89148

Advanced vascular and interventional procedures

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