Large, bulging veins close to the skin's surface are often found in the lower legs and feet and are called varicose. Because we walk, stand and run on our feet, veins in our lower legs and feet receive quite a bit of blood pressure.
Varicose veins can be more than a cosmetic concern since they impede blood flow and hinder the return of oxygen-depleted blood from the lower legs and back to the heart and lungs. The usual cause for this is damaged valves within the veins that allow backward blood flow and pooling of blood resulting in enlarged veins. Untreated veins can lead to serious medical conditions with associated pain, inflammation and discoloration.
Ambulatory phlebectomy—small incisions or needle punctures are used to extract the problematic veins with a phlebectomy hook. A hook is inserted into a micro-incision in the leg. A section of the vein is hooked and then removed through the incision. With this procedure, a compression bandage is worn for two weeks. This minimizes swelling and discomfort and allows for proper healing.
About The Vein Center of FloridaOffering the Destin, Florida area his experience working with all sorts of vein disorders, Dr. James Jimenez, MD treats spider veins and varicose veins with amazingly simple techniques which are minimally invasive and allow patients to get back to their everyday lives in little time. At The Vein Center of Florida, Dr. Jimenez offers the most advanced treatment options at his Destin varicose veins treatment center, geared to get you well again, with beautiful legs. He also treats other areas of the body and offers and understanding and experienced approach to venous health. For those seeking laser spider vein removal, this Destin varicose veins treatment clinic offers advanced laser technology which is growing in popularity due to its convenience and effectiveness.
Dr. Jimenez also offers ambulatory care for vein disorders which are serious and need prompt attention. At his Destin varicose veins treatment clinic, he offers in depth care both for the treatment and prevention of future spider veins. With his extensive experience working with patients suffering from venous disorders, he offers the ability to advise patients on what they can do to prevent veins from recurring and how to care for their body’s after treatments are performed. Seeking Destin varicose veins treatment is simple with The Vein Center of Florida.
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