Tired, heavy legs or visible veins can be more than just a cosmetic concern—they might signal something deeper.

Understanding the stages of chronic venous insufficiency and treatment options, such as endovenous laser therapy, make it easier than ever to take control of your health.

Exploring Signs of Chronic Venous Insufficiency

It is a condition that occurs when the veins in your legs have trouble moving blood to your heart, often due to weakened valves.

This can lead to a range of symptoms that can lead to a great deal of discomfort.

You may notice swelling, achy, heavy, or tired legs, along with spider or varicose veins. Some people also experience itching, skin discoloration, or a feeling of tightness in the calves.

Understanding the Stages of Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Worried about managing vein disease? Catching it early is the key to the best outcome.

The clinical, etiological, anatomical, and pathophysiological or CEAP classification outlines the following stages:

• Stages 0 to 1: No outward signs or only minor concerns like spider veins
• Stage two: The appearance of varicose veins
• Stage three: Swelling without skin damage
• Stage four: Darkened or thickened skin
• Stages five to six: Venous ulcers that heal or are active

Navigating Treatment Options

Understanding the stages of chronic venous insufficiency is rather simple. But it takes a specialist to properly diagnose and recommend the right strategy for your needs.

Managing the condition often starts with lifestyle modifications. Staying active, avoiding long periods of standing or sitting, and elevating your legs regularly can help improve blood flow and reduce vein pressure.

Compression therapy is another go-to option. Wearing these types of stockings supports circulation, minimizes swelling, and decreases discomfort.

Non-surgical treatments such as endovenous laser therapy and sclerotherapy target problematic veins directly. These options close off faulty veins, allowing blood to reroute through healthier pathways.

In more advanced cases, surgery may be recommended. These procedures are usually reserved for larger or deeply affected veins and may involve removing or tying off damaged vessels.

Lighter Legs Start at The Vein Center of Maryland

If you are struggling with vein issues, contact us online or give our office a call at 410-970-2314 to book your free consultation now!