What Can Cause Nonhealing Leg Wounds?

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10/6/2022

Venous ulcers (nonhealing leg wounds) are a common and potentially debilitating problem. They form when blood pools in the veins of your legs, causing the skin and underlying tissue to break down and form wounds. This issue can be painful and must be treated by a professional to prevent serious complications.

Vitality Vein Care is proud to offer comprehensive solutions for venous ulcers in the Prosper and Allen, TX area. Below, we describe what causes nonhealing leg wounds and how our team can help you get back to living your life in comfort. Our board-certified surgeons have the experience and training necessary to provide the highest level of care.

What are venous ulcers?

The saphenous veins contain one-way valves that prevent blood from flowing the wrong way. When these valves stop working properly, blood can pool in the legs instead of flowing to the heart. This condition is known as venous insufficiency.

Over time, the increased pressure causes ulcers that are difficult to heal on your own. Pain, redness and swelling, fever, discharge, or an odd smell coming from the wound are all known symptoms of venous ulcers. Call Vitality Vein Care right away if you have these issues.

Who is at risk of developing venous ulcers?

These factors increase your risk of developing venous ulcers:

  • Age: The valves in your veins can weaken with age, making you more susceptible to venous insufficiency.
  • Obesity: Extra weight puts added pressure on your veins and makes it harder for blood to flow properly.
  • Family history: If a parent or sibling has venous ulcers, you may be more likely to develop them.
  • Deep vein thrombosis: This condition causes blood clots in the deep veins of your body, usually in the leg.
  • Perforator vein disease: This occurs when the small veins that connect the superficial and deep veins are damaged or blocked.

Men and women near Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Celina, Gunter, Aubrey, Little Elm, and Pilot Point, TX, can rely on Vitality Vein Care for the prevention and treatment of venous ulcers.

How we address nonhealing leg wounds

Venous ulcers are treatable, but they sometimes require a combination of therapies. The main goal is to control painful symptoms and prevent complications that may impact your health.

Our board-certified surgeons can employ state-of-the-art treatments like sclerotherapy, thermal endovenous therapy, and nonthermal endovenous therapy using VenaSeal™ based on your symptoms. Vitality Vein Care may study your veins through a duplex ultrasound before moving forward.

What happens when venous ulcers are left untreated?

Venous ulcers can lead to serious complications like infection and tissue death when left untreated. This is why we ask patients to seek help from Vitality Vein Care as soon as they notice any symptoms of venous insufficiency. If addressed properly and by the right team, your chances of developing a venous ulcer in the future go down drastically.

Prevent and treat nonhealing leg wounds

Pain from a venous ulcer can make it difficult to perform everyday activities or enjoy your favorite hobbies. If you have a nonhealing leg wound, call the board-certified surgeons at Vitality Vein Care. We offer comprehensive treatment plans for patients of all needs near Prosper and Allen, TX. Our staff looks forward to helping you heal.

As a board-certified, family practice physician, and a patient of Vitality Vein Care, although I live just over two hours away from this facility, I have still referred many patients to them, because they are worth the drive. I believe they provide the best of care to their patients, and with each patient I have sent, I continue to receive wonderful feedback regarding their experiences with Vitality Vein Care. I have consistently seen good outcomes, and some seem nearly miraculous, so, if anyone is hesitating for an evaluation, I believe they’re worth at least the first visit, and to receive the education they have regarding the condition that they find.

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I came here for a consult and Nicole did my vein sonogram and was soo educational, professional and helpful! Josh basically gave me a rundown and diagnoses of what was going on! He was absolutely amazing and so so knowledgeable and professional as well. He answered all my questions and now I finally feel like i have answers to my symptoms. The whole office and front desk staff were so kind. Definitely recommend coming here for any of your vein care needs!

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Just had my first procedure, and I am SO grateful & encouraged!The initial consultation with Stephanie was so thorough. She spent time explaining all aspects of my condition, treatment plan and the go forward for my journey. Her empathy and caring approach settled my concerns & anxiousness. She's a gentle, joy filled soul.Dr. Hart was also great! He reassured me throughout the procedure and also calmed any concerns that I had. Very upbeat and friendly. The office staff have also been great! This experience by far exceeds a former experience years prior with a practice in Frisco. I look forward to the pathway ahead. Thank YOU Vitality Vein.

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The team at Vitality Vein Care Prosper are wonderful. They are patient centered, caring and efficient. The medical assists at the front were so kind and organized. Stephanie Sealy, NP was very thorough and answered all of my questions. I can’t say enough great things about this entire team!

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My initial appointment with Vitality Vein was very informative. Stephanie (NP) was friendly and professional. She explained the treatments that I needed very well and she was able to calm my fears about the effectiveness of vein treatments. I have scheduled my first treatment for later in the week. I have confidence that the different treatments will help my neuropathy and varicose veins in my legs, ankles, and feet which have recently increased so much thateven the pain prescriptions have not been alleviated in the last few months. I will try to follow up here as the different stages of treatments progress.

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