Heavy Feeling in the Legs
Varicose veins are most often caused by venous insufficiency or venous reflux. When blood pools in the vein, it causes the vein to become enlarged and twisted. This can cause several symptoms, including heaviness in the legs. The heaviness is caused by increased pressure in the veins and fluid movement from the vein into the surrounding tissue.
In addition, when the valves in the veins are damaged, it causes blood to pool in the legs. This can lead to a feeling of heaviness or even pain in the legs. Additionally, inflammation caused by varicose veins can contribute to feelings of heaviness and fatigue.
For people experiencing heaviness in the legs, experts recommend scheduling a visit with a vein specialist for an evaluation. A vein specialist can determine the presence of varicose veins and develop a treatment plan for a patient’s condition. Several effective treatments for varicose veins include sclerotherapy, endovenous laser therapy, and ambulatory phlebectomy. These procedures are minimally invasive and generally have little to no downtime. In addition, once treated, most patients experience significant relief from their symptoms.
