A venous reflux exam is a non-invasive test used to evaluate the valves inside the veins of the legs. If a patient requires a venous reflux exam because of vascular problems, both legs should be evaluated. The test is designed to identify problems inside leg veins and arteries, caused by damage inside the blood vessel, which can cause problems with the direction of blood flow, and the velocity of the blood flow in the leg. Identifying the cause of these problems is important to prevent damage caused by poor circulation.
During the test, a small sensor is attached to the leg that monitors blood flow. The patient then pumps their foot up and down several times to help the blood to flow through the leg. The sensor measures the speed that the blood flows through the leg, and from these measurements the doctor can determine if the valves are working correctly, or if there is a problem with circulation. Some tests involve placing blood pressure cuffs along the leg and monitoring the blood flow patterns by ultrasound.
The cost of a venous reflux exam can vary depending on the facility where you receive the test. For more information about venous reflux exams, visit a vascular treatment facility today.
About Center for Vein MedicineThe Center for Vein Medicine has been Mid-Maryland’s ONLY vein center exclusively treating vein disease since 1991, serving Hagerstown Maryland, Frederick Maryland and the surrounding areas.
The Center for Vein Medicine provides a comprehensive, state-of-the-art approach to venous disorders, including varicose veins, spider veins and leg ulcers. The course of therapy is determined by detailed history, physical examination, color duplex scanning,audible doppler, plethysmograph,. These are all advanced, non-invasive procedures that are done right here in either our Hagerstown or Frederick, Maryland locations (the reason our patients have dubbed us “the one stop vein shop”).
Vein treatment is not only practical and effective, but surprisingly affordable. Most insurances are accepted. We invite you to compare our fees, especially to those you'll find in the Baltimore and D.C. metropolitan areas. If you're from that area you'll find it's definitely worth driving the extra miles.
We now have two locations: Hagerstown and Frederick, Maryland. Both are conveniently accessed by Interstate 70. Our Frederick office is only 50 miles from Baltimore and Washington, DC.
If you are experiencing the following symptoms in your legs..achiness,heaviness,throbbing,tired feeling, swelling leg discoloration,or leg ulcers consider doing something about them. If you avoid wearing shorts or swimsuits because of your legs, or are experiencing other unpleasant symptoms, call the Center for Vein Medicine. We can help you look and feel great.
