{"id":1938,"date":"2020-11-24T16:18:39","date_gmt":"2020-11-24T15:18:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/venosan.us\/content?page_id=1938"},"modified":"2025-08-28T21:41:20","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T19:41:20","slug":"venous-insufficiency","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/your-health\/venous-insufficiency\/","title":{"rendered":"Venous Insufficiency"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1606231993754 vc_row-o-content-top vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 vc_col-lg-12 vc_col-md-12 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id='herolink' class='hero-box-lur '  desktop-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1442138909.jpg' mobile-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1442138909.jpg' style='background-image:url(https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1442138909.jpg);'><div class='content-herobox-wrapper vmiddle hleft'><h4>Venous Insufficiency<\/h4><p><p>Understanding the venous system and implication of Chronic Venouse Disease<\/p>\n<\/p><a href=''><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 vc_col-sm-offset-0\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1d72e\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1d72e\" data-height=\"96\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"96\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h4>The Vascular System<\/h4>\n<p>The human vascular system is composed of three main parts: the arterial system, the venous system and the lymphatic system. While arteries carry oxygen to cells, veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the lungs and heart. Veins are elastic and unlike arteries, depend on one-way valves and muscle contractions to propel blood back toward the heart against the pull of gravity. Calf muscle contractions, such as when walking, are especially important in moving blood through the veins of the legs. This is called the \u201ccalf muscle pump.\u201d Medical Compression Stockings (MCS) work in tandem with the calf muscle pump to improve circulation.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1dbc6\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1dbc6\" data-height=\"96\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"96\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-8 vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-5 vc_col-md-offset-1 vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-offset-2 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class='sqr-box-lur '><a href=''><img loading='lazy' desktop-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/105722546-1024x1024.jpg' mobile-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/105722546-768x768.jpg' src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/105722546-768x768.jpg' class='background-image-boxsqr' \/><\/a><span style='color:#000000;' class='content-sqr-box'><a href='' style='color:#000000;'><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-lg-offset-0 vc_col-lg-5 vc_col-md-offset-0 vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1df77\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1df77\" data-height=\"0\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"0\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"0\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h4>The Calf Muscle Pump<\/h4>\n<p>In healthy veins\u2026<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When the calf muscle contracts, valves open and blood is propelled in one direction toward the heart.<\/li>\n<li>When the calf muscle relaxes, valves approximate (tighten to close) and prevent blood from moving backwards in the vein.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1e1bc\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1e1bc\" data-height=\"96\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"96\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-offset-1 vc_col-md-6 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h4>Venous Insufficiency<\/h4>\n<p>Poor flow of blood through the veins, or venous insufficiency, can result in high venous pressure, engorging and stretching of the vein wall, and damage to the valves. When valves no longer tightly approximate, they fail to prevent pooling and backward movement of blood. Vein valves that fail are called \u201cincompetent\u201d and the backward regurgitation of blood is called \u201creflux.\u201d This results in Chronic Venous Disease (CVD), and can cause distressing symptoms such as chronic swelling, pain, skin discoloration, open wounds and infections. Wearing MCS in combination with movement, such as walking, is an important intervention that can prevent or slow down the progression of CVD before it becomes this problematic.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1e43b\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1e43b\" data-height=\"32\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"32\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h4>Chronic Venous Disease<\/h4>\n<p>Chronic Venous Insufficiency, also known as Chronic Venous Disease (CVD), is a vascular disorder affecting more than 80% of the world\u2019s population (Rabe, 2012). CVD conditions include spider veins, varicose veins, edema, skin changes and venous leg ulcers. CVD is progressive, therefore early detection and treatment are crucial in the management of the disease. If left untreated, CVD can cause serious complications. Wearing MCS and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are critical in the management of CVD.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-4 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12 vc_hidden-xs\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1e584\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1e584\" data-height=\"0\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"0\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1624656108487\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><strong>Early Signs of CVD<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Occupational and evening edema<\/li>\n<li>General feeling of heaviness in the legs<\/li>\n<li>Tired, achy legs<\/li>\n<li>Spider veins<\/li>\n<li>Varicose veins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1e628\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1e628\" data-height=\"32\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"32\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1624656115892\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><strong>Advanced Signs of CVD<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Edema (swelling)<\/li>\n<li>Skin changes, such as eczema and reddish brown pigmentation<\/li>\n<li>Venous Leg Ulcer (VLU)<\/li>\n<li>Pain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1e871\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1e871\" data-height=\"32\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"32\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h4>CVD Risk Factors<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Family History (Heredity)<\/strong> \u2013 There is a greater chance of developing CVD if a family member had CVD<\/li>\n<li><strong>Age<\/strong> \u2013 Older age can cause wear and tear on the vein valves causing them to become incompetent<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pregnancy<\/strong> \u2013 Increased blood volume and additional weight from the growing baby can add extra pressure on the veins. Hormonal changes during pregnancy are also know to affect the veins<\/li>\n<li><strong>Obesity<\/strong> \u2013 Being overweight adds a lot of additional pressure on the venous system<\/li>\n<li><strong>Surgery\/Trauma<\/strong> \u2013 This can cause physical damage to one or more veins. Limited movement post-surgery can also contribute to the development of CVD<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gender<\/strong> \u2013 Women are more likely to develop CVD. Hormonal changes during pregnancy, menstruation and menopause can all have an effect on the vein walls causing them to become more elastic and dilate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Immobility<\/strong> \u2013 Standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time. Especially when traveling for 4 or more hours at a time<\/li>\n<li><strong>Smoking<\/strong> \u2013 Smoking affects blood circulation, which can increase your risk for CVD.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1eaea\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1eaea\" data-height=\"96\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"96\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-5 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class='sqr-box-lur ProductRecCard'><a href='\/all-products\/venosan-6000-below-knee.html'><img loading='lazy' desktop-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6000-Product-Shop-Now-Cards-1024x596.jpg' mobile-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6000-Product-Shop-Now-Cards.jpg' src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6000-Product-Shop-Now-Cards.jpg' class='background-image-boxsqr' \/><\/a><span style='color:#000000;' class='content-sqr-box'><a href='' style='color:#000000;'><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-5 vc_hidden-xs\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class='sqr-box-lur ProductRecCard'><a href='\/all-products\/venosan-3000-cotton-below-knee.html'><img loading='lazy' desktop-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/3000-Product-Shop-Now-Cards-1024x596.jpg' mobile-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/3000-Product-Shop-Now-Cards.jpg' src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/3000-Product-Shop-Now-Cards.jpg' class='background-image-boxsqr' \/><\/a><span style='color:#000000;' class='content-sqr-box'><a href='' style='color:#000000;'><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1edf8\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1edf8\" data-height=\"96\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"96\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h4>CVD Progression<\/h4>\n<p>CVD is systematically categorized into a classification system called CEAP. The \u201cC\u201d in CEAP stands for the clinical presentation of a limb at a point in time.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1f02a\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1f02a\" data-height=\"32\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"32\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-5 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><strong>C1: Spider Veins <\/strong><br \/>\nSpider veins is one of the most common manifestations of CVD and is generally located in the thigh, legs, inner ankle and feet. Spider veins appear as a network of thin, red, blue or purple lines on the surface of the skin.<\/p>\n<p><strong>C2: Varicose Veins<\/strong><br \/>\nVaricose veins are another common manifestation of CVD and are generally located in the thigh, legs, inner ankle and feet. They appear as twisted, enlarged or bulging veins, dark purple or blue in color. Often, varicose veins are not painful, however when there are symptoms, they may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Achy, tired or heavy feeling in legs<\/li>\n<li>Burning or throbbing<\/li>\n<li>Muscle cramping<\/li>\n<li>Swelling in lower leg<\/li>\n<li>Pain that is worse after sitting or standing for a period of time<\/li>\n<li>Itching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>C3: Edema <\/strong><br \/>\nEdema (swelling) is caused by excess fluid trapped in the tissue of the body. Edema secondary to CVD slowly worsens throughout the day with prolonged sitting or standing and resolves overnight or with the legs elevated. Edema that persists is called chronic edema and results in chronic inflammation that can change the way the skin looks and feels, making it become progressively thicker or firmer (fibrotic). This is a sign that the delicate lymphatic system is damaged and these areas of skin are more susceptible to infection.<\/p>\n<p>Signs and symptoms:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Swelling of the legs directly under your skin<\/li>\n<li>Skin often appears shiny or stretched<\/li>\n<li>When pressed for several seconds, skin will imprint (pitting edema)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Unresolved venous edema can lead to a more serious condition known as phlebolymphedema, a combination of venous hypertension and a failing of the lymphatic system. Once the lymphatic system is compromised, swelling generally does not resolve overnight.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-5 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><strong>C4: Skin Changes<\/strong><br \/>\nSkin changes due to CVD often present as skin discoloration, known as hemosiderin staining. Lower legs may appear rusty or dark purple in color. This type of staining represents pressure so high in the venous system that red blood cells are forced out of the blood capillaries and into the skin tissues. The red blood cells release iron deposits, called hemosiderin, which stain the skin. If left untreated, CVD may lead to skin breakdown, infection and chronic inflammation. This often results in the formation of a Venous Leg Ulcer (VLU).<\/p>\n<p><strong>C5: Healed Venous Leg Ulcers <\/strong><br \/>\nHealed VLUs are a serious manifestation of CVD. Healed VLUs start as painful, open wounds on the lower leg and ankle. These shallow wounds can become large and drain copious amounts of fluid. VLUs may take weeks or months to heal and are a heavy burden on patients. VLU treatments may include weekly visits to a wound care facility, wound debridement, wound dressing changes, compression bandaging, and can often severely impact a person\u2019s quality of life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>C6: Active Venous Leg Ulcers <\/strong><br \/>\nActive VLUs are another serious manifestation of CVD. Active VLUs present as painful, open wounds on the lower leg and ankle. These shallow wounds can become large and drain copious amounts of fluid. Active VLUs may take weeks or months to heal and are a heavy burden on patients. VLU treatments may include weekly visits to a wound care facility, wound debridement, wound dressing changes, compression bandaging, and can often severely impact a person\u2019s quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1f440\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1f440\" data-height=\"96\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"96\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h4>Can I prevent CVD?<\/h4>\n<p>While there is no way to completely prevent CVD, it is possible to slow the progression by living a healthy lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-5 vc_col-md-offset-1 vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><strong>Move<\/strong> \u2013 Change positions as often as possible while sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time<\/li>\n<li><strong>Manage Weight<\/strong> \u2013 Being overweight can add a lot of extra pressure on the venous system<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exercise<\/strong> \u2013 Regular exercise increases blood flow<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eat a Healthy Diet <\/strong>\u2013 A balanced diet can prevent unhealthy weight gain, protecting against excess venous pressure<\/li>\n<li><strong>Elevate Legs<\/strong> \u2013 Leg elevation can relieve venous pressure buildup as well as relieve symptoms of CVD<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wear MCS <\/strong>\u2013<strong>\u00a0 <\/strong>Make compression a daily part of your wardrobe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-lg-offset-0 vc_col-lg-5 vc_col-md-offset-0 vc_col-md-5 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1f867\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1f867\" data-height=\"0\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"0\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><div class='sqr-box-lur ProductRecCard'><a href='\/all-products\/venosan-support-for-women-classic-below-knee.html'><img loading='lazy' desktop-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SupportWomen_Classic-Product-Shop-Now-Cards-1024x596.jpg' mobile-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SupportWomen_Classic-Product-Shop-Now-Cards.jpg' src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SupportWomen_Classic-Product-Shop-Now-Cards.jpg' class='background-image-boxsqr' \/><\/a><span style='color:#000000;' class='content-sqr-box'><a href='' style='color:#000000;'><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba1fa9a\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba1fa9a\" data-height=\"96\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"96\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-4 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_hidden-sm vc_col-xs-12 vc_hidden-xs\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class='sqr-box-lur '><a href=''><img loading='lazy' desktop-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1736524847-1024x683.jpg' mobile-src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1736524847.jpg' src='https:\/\/venosan.us\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/1736524847.jpg' class='background-image-boxsqr' \/><\/a><span style='color:#000000;' class='content-sqr-box'><a href='' style='color:#000000;'><\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-lg-offset-0 vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-offset-0 vc_col-md-6 vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<h4>CVD Treatment<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Self-care<\/strong> &#8211; This includes regular exercise and wearing compression stockings<\/li>\n<li><strong>See a vein specialist <\/strong>\u2013 People often choose to visit a vascular or vein specialist because varicose or spider veins are of cosmetic concern. However, it is important to visit a specialist if you are experiencing mild or more advanced symptoms of CVD. Proactive management and early intervention with corrective vein procedures may deter serious complications of CVD.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10 vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-md-offset-1\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"ult-spacer spacer-69e1f2ba20087\" data-id=\"69e1f2ba20087\" data-height=\"96\" data-height-mobile=\"32\" data-height-tab=\"96\" data-height-tab-portrait=\"32\" data-height-mobile-landscape=\"32\" style=\"clear:both;display:block;\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_100 vc_sep_pos_align_center vc_separator_no_text vc_sep_color_grey wpb_content_element  wpb_content_element\" ><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l\"><span class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span><span class=\"vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r\"><span class=\"vc_sep_line\"><\/span><\/span>\n<\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-container\" data-vc-action=\"collapse\"><div class=\"vc_general vc_tta vc_tta-accordion vc_tta-color-grey vc_tta-style-classic vc_tta-shape-rounded vc_tta-o-shape-group vc_tta-controls-align-default vc_tta-o-no-fill\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panels-container\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panels\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1606941787747-d93706c8-9b49ec86-f9e01ab5-3bbd1f26-f800\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1606941787747-d93706c8-9b49ec86-f9e01ab5-3bbd1f26-f800\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Citations<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul style=\"color: ##6c757d;\">\n<li>Bjork R, Ehmann S. STRIDE professional guide to compression garment selection for the lower extremity. Journal of wound care. 2019 Jun 1;28(Sup6a):1-44.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/\">https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Lurie F, Passman M, Meisner M, Dalsing M, Masuda E, Welch H, Bush RL, Blebea J, Carpentier PH, De Maeseneer M, Gasparis A. The 2020 update of the CEAP classification system and reporting standards. Journal of Vascular Surgery: Venous and Lymphatic Disorders. 2020 May 1;8(3):342-52.<\/li>\n<li>O&#8217;Meara S, Cullum N, Nelson EA, Dumville JC. Compression for venous leg ulcers. Cochrane database of systematic reviews. 2012(11).<\/li>\n<li>Rabe E, Guex JJ, Puskas A, Scuderi A, Fernandez FQ. Epidemiology of chronic venous disorders in geographically diverse populations: results from the Vein Consult Program. International angiology: a journal of the International Union of Angiology. 2012 Apr;31(2):105-15.<\/li>\n<li>Rabe, Eberhard, et al. &#8220;Indications for medical compression stockings in venous and lymphatic disorders: An evidence-based consensus statement.&#8221; Phlebology (2017): 0268355516689631<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1606231993754 vc_row-o-content-top vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 vc_col-lg-12 vc_hidden-lg vc_col-md-12 vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_col-xs-12 vc_hidden-xs\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-865469e1f2ba20b12\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-865469e1f2ba20b12 uvc-3084  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"center\" style=\"text-align:center\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-865469e1f2ba20b12 h1'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h1 style=\"--font-weight:theme;\">What is Venous Insufficiency?<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>"},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; type=&#8221;vc_default&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1606231993754{margin-bottom: 75px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-12 vc_col-md-12 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-sm-offset-0&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-sm-offset-1 vc_col-xs-12&#8243;][vc_column_text] The Vascular System The human vascular system is composed of three main parts: the arterial system, the venous system and the lymphatic system. 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