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.

At the Charles Town vein center of Capitol Vein & Laser Center, Paul McNeill, MD, FACS and Garth Rosenberg, MD, FACS offer patients treatment options for varicose and spider veins.  Getting patients the treatment they need and deserve in little time and with minimal side effects has long been the goal and achievement of vascular treatment technology such as sclerotherapy and laser treatments.  As the advent of medical technology hit an all time high within the last 15 years or so, this Charles Town vein center has made it their priority to implement the greatest vascular care possible through the use of medical technology that is impressive to say the least.

Charles Town vein center care is made simple with the latest vein technology in house, and thus patients are able to receive all treatments in house in little time and are free to leave after treatments in minimal time.  Sclerotherapy is a treatment option that is widely used to treat varicose and spider veins, assisting with the removal of the unsightly vein and the discomfort that often accompanies the vein.  This option, in addition to others, is geared toward the comfort of patients and the effectiveness of treatment.