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For more than 25 years, we’ve specialized in all aspects of varicose vein disease, from spider veins to large ropey varicose veins to leg ulcers. In fact, it’s all we do. Our sole dedication to vein disease treatment and research has not only helped lead today’s advancements, but allows us to meet the needs of each patient by treating the entire spectrum of vein disease, including:   • Varicose Veins • Spider Veins • Venous Leg Ulcers • Facial Veins • Hand Veins • Restless Leg Syndrome • Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome   Recent advancements in the treatment of varicose veins and spider veins have been significant. As a result, treatment has never been better. And with today’s favorable insurance coverage, it’s never been more accessible. Our comprehensive, non-surgical approach includes state-of-the-art Endovenous Laser Treatment (ELT) as well as ultrasound- guided sclerotherapy. Now is a great time in the history of vein treatment. See what VCA can do for you today. Find your nearest vein center and schedule your consultation today.

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Varicose Veins: A varicose vein is a broken vein that has refluxing or stagnant contents. Normal veins return blood to the heart after arteries have carried it  away. Veins use valves to direct their blood flow. If valves fail then blood  accumulates under pressure, engorging and distorting these blood vessels.  Varicose veins can appear as either bulging, often twisted and rope-like, or small and thread-like. Although these veins will sometimes only be of cosmetic concern, they often cause symptoms that can be severe enough that they can affect someone's ability to get through their day.

Spider Veins: Technically speaking, spider veins, or telangiectasias, are too small to be called varicose veins. Still, like varicose veins, these thin, thread-like veins are enlarged and non-functioning. Their red, blue, or purple appearance comes from the fact that they lie very close to the surface of the skin.

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