Leave Behind Vein Pain

LEG PAIN

What Causes Leg Pain?

Leg pain can be caused by a variety of factors, but one of the most common is weak blood circulation, which can lead to or exacerbate a variety of health problems. This is known as chronic venous insufficiency. This happens from faulty or non functioning valves in your veins. When the valves are damaged, de-oxygenated blood pools into the legs and does not flow out properly. This prevents carbon dioxide and other toxins from escaping the leg veins. This can impair the body’s capacity to function properly. If left untreated, this leads to swelling, burning, itching, skin color changes of the legs, and varicose and spider veins

SYMPTOMS

Some of the most common symptoms of poor circulation include:

  • Numbness or frailty in the legs

  • A debilitating cramping in your muscles that occurs after physical exercise

  • If walking or sitting causes leg pain

  • A cold or warm sensation in the legs or feet

  • Previous experience with heart disease

  • Reduced hair growth on your feet or legs

  • Toenails developing at a slower pace

  • Legs that have changed color or are shiny

RISK FACTORS

If you belong to any of the following risk categories and are currently experiencing leg pain, you should consult your doctor:

  • Overweight

  • Sitting/Standing most of your day

  • Recent Pregnancy

  • 50+ years of age

  • High blood pressure & cholesterol level

  • Current or previous smoker

  • Diabetes

  • Previous experience with heart disease

Treatment Options

Treatment options depend largely on the individual and the seriousness of the condition, but they may include basic lifestyle changes such as leg elevation, exercise, dietary adjustments, and avoiding smoking. If these measures do not result in significant improvement, there are a variety of procedures we can use to restore circulation.

Preventing Leg Pain

People with reduced circulation should pay special attention to their feet. Some of the following are suggestions for improved foot care:

  • Avoid putting too much pressure on particular parts of the foot by wearing proper shoes.

  • Maintain adequate foot hygiene.

  • Feet should be washed with warm water and soap on a daily basis, and the space between your toes should be dried.

  • If you have any cuts or infections on your foot that won't get better, see your doctor.