Palm Clinic Explain How Lymphedema and Chronic Venous Insufficiency are Connected

Vein problems can result in Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI), a condition in the legs that occur when the valves are not working properly causing swelling and pigmentation. When these valves are not working properly it makes it difficult for the blood to return to the heart, and as a result the blood tends to “pool” in the veins. It is essential you catch CVI early on before you start seeing tissues changes, as these tissue changes leave you susceptible to wounds such as ulcers that are difficult to heal. Recent research shows that swelling of the legs in association with varicose veins is usually the result of lymphoedema.

Lymphedema, or poor fluid drainage from the lymphatic systems, is swelling that is caused by a collection of too much lymph fluid. It usually happens in your arms and legs, but is not uncommon to occur in other places of the body. This swelling may cause pain and limit how well the affected area moves. Lymphedema can be a result of damaged lymph nodes from cancer treatment and a result of infection, injury or trauma of areas of the body. 

Patients with chronic venous insufficiency have changes in their lymphatic system, and the worse the leg disease the more likely there is to be swelling. 
These conditions should be evaluated and effectively treated by the Doctors at Palm Clinic. Patients usually see a dramatic  improvement of lymphedema when CVI is treated with many patients feeling their legs lighter with less swelling.

Palm Clinic offer compression therapy to patients with Lymphedema, and supply patients with medical grade compression stockings and socks to reduce swelling and improve circulation in the event that treatment is not necessary. They also

offer a range of non-surgical treatment options such as Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy , Endovenous Therapy and Venaseal “Medical Super Glue”, so you can speak to one of their experts at Palm Clinic to discuss your options, and for more information on ultrasound guided sclerotherapy, cosmetic clinics Auckland and liposuction Auckland please go to https://www.palmclinic.co.nz