10 Common Symptoms of Venous Insufficiency or Varicose Veins

The veins in our legs have many "one-way" valves which allow blood to travel up toward the heart. When you stand, the valves close in order to keep the blood from traveling backwards down the leg. 

Sometimes, the valves become damaged and will not close properly. This allows the blood to travel backwards in the direction of gravity. This valve problem is known as venous reflux or venous insufficiency.  The symptoms that occur because of the damaged valves are due to the high pressure that develops in the veins as the blood travels backward.

Over time the veins below the bad valves can become dilated and varicosed. This condition always progresses and often leads to complications such as skin damage, chronic leg swelling, blood clots, ulceration and even spontaneous bleeding.

Many people suffer from the symptoms of Venous Insufficiency and are completely unaware of the underlying problem.  Symptoms vary from person to person but the following symptoms could indicate venous insufficiency and require the attention of a doctor.

1. Leg aching, heaviness and tiredness that is worse at the end of the day
2. Leg swelling that is worse at the end of the day
3. Leg cramps at night
4. Itching
5. Restless legs
6. Blood clots
7. Eczema type skin rash on lower legs
8. Leg ulcers
9. Spontaneous bleeding
10. Occasionally patients experience a burning or numbness in their legs

If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, contact us to schedule a consultation.  Bailey Vein Institute provides the most comprehensive vein treatment and is the most trusted vein center on the Big Island. We are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care and achieving excellent results. 

Dr. Bailey’s goal is to provide patients with safe, leading edge, minimally invasive vein surgery and cosmetic surgery in a comfortable non hospital setting.  Dr. Bailey offers a professional and personal consultation to discuss how he can help you look and feel your best.

Call today to schedule your consultation with the best Big Island vein center and experience state-of-the-art technology by Dr. Colin Bailey. 

Bailey Vein Institute

65-1158 Mamalahoa Highway 
Suite 16

Kamuela, Hawaii 96743

Tel:  808.885.4401
Tel:  808.885.4403

Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation is FAST, EFFECTIVE & SAFE!!

Endovenous radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive alternative to stripping veins in patients with venous insufficiency. Instead of using laser energy to seal the veins shut, radiofrequency energy is used.

Here are the benefits to using Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation:

• It is performed as an outpatient procedure.
• Only requires a non-surgical local anesthesia.  
• There is minimal or no downtime. 
• The procedure is performed in less than an hour. 
• Equally effective as laser in treating venous insufficiency. 
• Offers immediate relief from symptoms.
• You can golf, bike or run the same day!!

The manufacturer of the radiofrequency technology used for venous ablation is the VNUS corporation. Dr. Bailey's experience and expertise in this procedure has lead him to work directly with VNUS to instruct other physicians in advanced techniques in modern vein care.  

This quick video will show you how the procedure works!

Recovery from Endovenous radiofrequency ablation:

When the procedure is complete, most patients experience mild tenderness and slight bruising. This is treated with Ibuprofen or other over the counter anti–inflammatory medicine. Patients typically return to work and normal activities the next day. Over the next several weeks patients can sometimes have a mild tingling sensation along the course of the vein.

Bailey Vein Institute provides the most comprehensive vein treatment and is the most trusted vein center on the Big Island. We are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care and achieving excellent results. Our ultimate goal is to have happy satisfied clients that will in turn spread positive news about our quality work.

Dr. Bailey’s goal is to provide patients with safe, leading edge, minimally invasive vein and cosmetic surgery in a comfortable non hospital setting.  Dr. Bailey offers a professional and personal consultation to discuss how he can help you look and feel your best.

Call today to schedule your consultation with the best Big Island vein center and experience state-of-the-art technology by Dr. Colin Bailey. 

Bailey Vein Institute

65-1158 Mamalahoa Highway 
Suite 16

Kamuela, Hawaii 96743

Tel:  808.885.4401
Tel:  808.885.4403