Why Are Your
Legs or Ankles Swelling?

Recurring swelling may be more than fatigue or aging.
It may be a sign of underlying vein circulation issue.

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Does this sound familiar?

Puffy ankles
by evening

Tight shoes
at day end

Heavy legs
after work

Socks marks
on skin

What May Be Causing Your Swelling?

Swelling is often linked to an underlying vein condition

Varicose Veins

Bulging, twisted veins that can disrupt healthy circulation and cause swelling.

Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI)

Damaged vein valves cause blood pooling and swelling.

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

A blood clot in a deep vein that may require urgent treatment.

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Related
Vein Symptoms

  • Leg Pain & Aching
  • Poor Circulation
  • Heavy Legs
  • Skin Discoloration
  • Burning & Itching
  • Spider Veins
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When Swelling Becomes Serious

Seek evaluation if you notice:

  • Persistent swelling
  • One-sided swelling
  • Skin discoloration
  • Open wounds

How We Diagnose The Cause

A diagnostic venous ultrasound is a non-invasive test that helps identify:

  • Blood flow problems
  • Vein valve dysfunction
  • Venous reflux
  • Blood clots

Treatment Options

Minimally invasive solutions tailored to your condition.

Catheter procedure inside a vein

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

Close faulty veins using heat energy.

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Medical device sealing vein interior

Venaseal Closure

Medical adhesive seals the vein shut.

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Varithena Treatment

Foam treatment for unhealthy veins.

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Not sure which treatment is right for you? We’ll guide you after your evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Vein disease can cause leg and ankle swelling when damaged vein valves allow blood to pool in the lower legs. This increases pressure inside the veins and can lead to fluid buildup around the ankles, calves, and feet.

Ankle swelling that gets worse later in the day may be related to poor vein circulation. When you stand or sit for long periods, blood can have a harder time moving back toward the heart, causing swelling, heaviness, and tightness in the lower legs.

Yes, recurring leg swelling can be a common symptom of chronic venous insufficiency. This condition happens when the vein valves are not working properly, allowing blood to flow backward and pool in the legs.

You should see a vein specialist if swelling is persistent, keeps coming back, affects one or both legs, or occurs with aching, heaviness, varicose veins, skin discoloration, itching, or open sores. These symptoms may point to an underlying vein condition.

Ankle swelling is not always serious, but it should be evaluated if it is ongoing or worsening. Untreated vein disease can progress over time and may lead to skin discoloration, inflammation, thickened skin, or venous leg ulcers.

Leg swelling may improve temporarily with walking, leg elevation, or compression stockings, but vein-related swelling often returns if the underlying vein problem is not treated. A vein ultrasound can help identify the cause.

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