Medically reviewed by Omonuwa Adah, MD, BSN, on August 25, 2025
Varicose veins and spider veins are often considered to be minor cosmetic concerns. But this is a mistaken, and even high-risk assumption. Why? Because beneath the surface, vein problems can signal a deeper issue, chronic venous insufficiency, that may lead to serious complications if left untreated. One of the most severe outcomes is the development of a venous ulcer, a painful, slow-healing wound that can dramatically impact your quality of life.
For this blog, we consulted Dr. Adah, vein expert and physician at Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) vein clinic in Hamilton, New Jersey.
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At Center for Vein Restoration (CVR), the nation’s largest physician-led vein center, our board-certified vein specialists treat vein problems early—before they progress to debilitating conditions like venous ulcers.
Healthy veins have one-way valves that keep blood moving toward the heart. When these valves weaken or fail, blood pools in the legs, causing varicose veins, swollen, twisted veins visible under the skin. This condition, called venous insufficiency, increases pressure inside the veins, leading to inflammation and tissue damage.
Over time, that pressure and inflammation can break down the skin and underlying tissue, creating an open sore known as a venous ulcer.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, venous ulcers typically form near the ankles, where blood pooling is most severe. These ankle sores take several weeks, or even months, to fully heal. Without prompt care, they can rapidly progress, increasing the risk of severe complications that, in some cases, lead to infection, sepsis (a life-threatening medical emergency), and limb loss. Timely and effective vein treatment can help you prevent these dire outcomes and lead to a full recovery.
Venous ulcers don’t appear overnight. They are the result of ongoing vein disease. The Mayo Clinic warns that ulcers can begin slowly on the skin near varicose veins, mainly near the ankles. Early warning signs may include:
Once an ulcer develops, symptoms may escalate to:
Left untreated, venous ulcers can become infected, leading to serious complications, including cellulitis, bone infection (osteomyelitis), or even limb-threatening gangrene.
If you’re experiencing any of these warning signs, including leg pain, swelling, skin changes, or an open wound, it’s critical to act quickly. Schedule a consultation with a Center for Vein Restoration vein specialist today. Our experts provide advanced, minimally invasive vein treatments to protect your health and restore your quality of life.
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Not all leg wounds are caused by vein disease. That’s why an accurate diagnosis is critical. At CVR, your vein doctor will:
This comprehensive approach ensures that you get the right treatment for your specific condition.
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Treating a venous ulcer involves two priorities: healing the wound and addressing the underlying vein issue that caused it.
These treatments are performed under local anesthesia, require no hospital stay, and allow you to walk immediately afterward.
For the ulcer itself, your treatment plan may include:
If you’re experiencing any warning signs of venous ulcer, contact your nearest Center for Vein Restoration now for an urgent evaluation and expert vein treatment.
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Venous ulcers are not only painful; they are a sign that your vein disease is in an advanced stage. The longer you wait, the harder they are to heal. Some ulcers can last for months or even years without proper vein treatment.
Early intervention by a Center for Vein Restoration vein expert can:
The landmark EVRA trial (Early Venous Reflux Ablation) reported by The New England Journal of Medicine showed that treating the ulcer and the underlying venous insufficiency (via early endovenous ablation + compression) led to faster healing and more time ulcer-free than deferred ablation (i.e., lower recurrence risk).
The paper concludes that vein treatment = faster healing and more ulcer-free time:
“Early endovenous ablation of superficial venous reflux resulted in faster healing of venous leg ulcers and more time free from ulcers than deferred endovenous treatment.”
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While not all cases are preventable, especially if you have a family history of vein disease, certain lifestyle changes can help:
For those already showing signs of varicose veins or spider veins, early evaluation at a reputable vein center like Center for Vein Restoration is key to preventing progression to venous ulcers.
As the nation’s largest physician-led vein center, CVR brings together more than 80 board-certified vein specialists across 120+ locations in the U.S. Our doctors are leaders in the field, many of whom have published in peer-reviewed journals, and are committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Schedule a consultation with a CVR vein specialist and take the first step toward healing and preventing future complications.
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