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You may think of varicose veins as merely a cosmetic problem, but this is a medical issue that can limit your mobility. But you don’t have to let the discomfort and lifestyle limitations of venous insufficiency and varicose veins limit you any longer. Dr. Febin Melepura, one of the best New York City pain doctors, offers exceptional varicose vein treatment from his Sports &Pain Institute of NY office in Manhattan. Don’t wait; call today for a consultation.
Twisted and swollen varicose veins can show up anywhere on your body, although the most common place is on the legs. Abnormal, bulging veins aren’t a strictly cosmetic issue. Untreated, they can lead to serious complications, including ulcers and blood clots. The condition also can be quite painful. Unlike spider veins — which have much milder symptoms and are more likely found on your face, hands and arms — varicose veins are dark blue or purple and present with a more noticeable bulge.
You can take some steps at home to relieve the discomfort of varicose veins, but it’s best to first get examined by a vein specialist in NYC to ensure you don’t have any related, underlying conditions. After a careful examination, Dr. Febin Melepura at the Sports Injury & Pain Clinic NYC recommends the best varicose vein treatment for your specific problems.
Your NYC vein doctor recognizes varicose veins by their appearance. And even though you may not have any serious leg pain symptoms yet, other symptoms may be evident, such as:
You often feel varicose vein pain after standing or sitting in one position for long periods of time. When your condition becomes more serious, the pain becomes constant. You may notice swelling that doesn’t subside, surface ulcers, and skin sores that don’t heal.
One of the main causes of varicose veins is venous inefficiency, a medical condition from weakened valves. When these valves malfunction, they lose the ability to move blood toward your heart, allowing it to collect in one spot. As a result, blood pools, causing the vein to twist and stretch. Many cardiologists including well-known cardiac expert Dr. Reysman do not treat venous disease—because varicose veins aren’t life-threatening, but we do. We offer a wide range of treatment options.
Varicose veins occur in the lower legs more often because they are furthest from your heart and have to fight harder against gravity. Risk factors that foster the development of varicose veins and venous insufficiency include:
If you work at a job that requires you to stand all day, you may be at a higher risk, especially if you have other risk factors. Hormone therapy and female hormonal changes — such as during menopause, pregnancy and puberty — put women at a higher risk of developing the bulging veins.
Great bedside manner.. Asks a lot of questions ...Really cares about patients... didnt feel rushed.. Definitely glad I picked him to diagnose my vein condition
R.Dr. Melepura has state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to provide the most accurate diagnosis, which is needed for your varicose vein treatment. After looking for discolored and swollen areas on your legs, he may order a non-invasive diagnostic test called a duplex ultrasound. Through a hand-held wand, the soundwaves indicate how well your veins function. The test also shows if blood clots are present.
The best New York City pain doctor understands the causes and symptoms of chronic pain. Before embarking on any treatment, your vein specialist in NYC takes a complete medical history to understand your overall health. Tell him when you first noticed your leg pain, when it’s most acute and when the bulging began. He also asks about your goals regarding the appearance of your legs.
In the early stages, your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes and home remedies, such as wearing compression stockings and elevating your legs whenever possible. If the bulges don’t subside and you continue to suffer with varicose vein leg pain, your vein specialist in NYC may recommend other treatment options, such as:
After your treatment, the best New York City pain doctor always ensures that you’re comfortable and that chronic pain isn’t plaguing you any longer. To maintain healthy blood flow following varicose vein treatment, your doctor may suggest lifestyle changes to keep you healthy. Steps you can take include:
Your path to clearer skin, full mobility, and pain-free days begin with a visit to your interventional pain physician at the Sports Injury & Pain Clinic NYC. The earlier you call, the sooner you recover. You’re your veins from getting worse. Call today for an appointment.
Sports Injury & Pain Management Clinic of New York
Febin Melepura, MD is a top rated, best in class interventional pain management doctor. He is a nationally recognized pain relief specialist and is among the top pain care doctors in New York City and the country. He is an award winning expert and contributor to a prominent media outlets.
Dr. Febin Melepura has been recognized for his thoughtful, thorough, modern approach to treating chronic pain and, among other accolades, has been named a “top pain management doctor in New York”, and one of “America’s Top Doctors™” for an advanced sports injury treatments.