How Vein Problems Cause Leg Cramps
Suffering From Leg Cramps? They Could Be Caused by Vein Problems
If you’re suffering from painful, uncomfortable leg cramps – also called charley horses – a vein problem could be the cause. While there are a wide range of other condition that can cause leg cramps, including electrolyte imbalance (like potassium and calcium), muscle fatigue for exercise, neuropathy, pregnancy and other rare medical conditions, for many sufferers venous insufficiency is the cause. Read on to learn more about venous insufficiency and how it causes leg cramps.
What is Venous Insufficiency?
Venous insufficiency is a condition where the valves that transport blood from the feet to the heart stop functioning properly. Because of this, the blood doesn’t travel as it should, and instead sometimes pools in the legs. Venous insufficiency can cause a wide range of uncomfortable and unsightly symptoms, including swelling, pain, and varicose veins. It can also cause leg cramps, which develop when blood seeps into the tissues. These cramps typically occur most frequently at night.
Complications of Venous Insufficiency
Venous insufficiency can affect the legs in several ways, which is why it’s important to undergo a thorough medical exam if you’re having leg cramps. While leg cramps are uncomfortable and sometimes painful, the other symptoms associated with venous insufficiency can pose even more of a health risk. For example, venous insufficiency in more advanced cases can cause, Stasis Dermatitis and skin hardening as well as dreadful Venous Ulcers.
Diagnosing Venous Insufficiency
If your leg cramps are caused by venous insufficiency, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis so you can get the appropriate treatment and relieve your leg cramps and other symptoms. There are several causes and risk factors that could indicate that venous insufficiency is what’s causing your leg cramps. These include: being sedentary or not getting enough exercise, excess weight, pregnancy, or trauma to the leg such as an injury or surgery.
Don’t live with the painful cramps and discomfort. Make an appointment today with Alpha Vein Clinic. We can diagnose and treat venous insufficiency and alleviate your symptoms.
Alpha Vein Clinic
3150 N. Tenaya Way Ste. 400
Las Vegas, NV, 89128
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