Can varicose veins cause joint pain?

In short, yes. Vein disease, including varicose veins, can bring on a variety of leg pain. Some of that leg pain can occur at the knee area. The only way to know for certain–and to check on your overall vein health, is by seeing our vein doctor. read more

Varicose veins by themselves cannot cause joint pain in the way you describe. Since varicose veins are caused by disruption of the one way valve system in your veins, and does not coincide with the anatomy within the joint itself, it is not the cause of your pain. read more

Age is the most common cause of varicose veins. Generally, after experiencing one valve failure below the knee, varicose veins develop in other areas of the calf as well. Some women develop varicose veins during pregnancy, but those usually resolve within a year after delivery. read more

Symptoms of varicose veins may include leg pain or aches and heaviness, noticeably swollen veins, and more. Thrombophlebitis. Blood clots in the leg can become very dangerous; symptoms include swelling, redness, and leg tenderness. Phlebitis. Phlebitis means inflammation of the veins, and can cause redness, itching, irritation, pain, and swelling. read more

If the valves inside your veins become damaged, the valves may not close completely. This allows blood to flow in both directions. When your muscles relax, the valves inside the damaged vein(s) will not be able to hold the blood. This can cause pooling of blood or swelling in the veins. The veins bulge and appear as ropes under the skin. read more

The primary symptoms of varicose veins are highly visible, misshapen veins, usually on your legs. You may also have pain, swelling, heaviness, and achiness over or around the enlarged veins. In some cases, you can develop swelling and discoloration. In severe cases, the veins can bleed significantly, and ulcers can form. read more