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If your limbs feel heavy, tight, or achy and you’ve been told, “It’s nothing” or worse, “Just live with it”—you’re now in the right place.
Many patients live with lymphedema for years before getting the proper diagnosis. At AVLC, our vein specialists can see the warning signs early and treat the root cause of your symptoms to reduce swelling, restore comfort, and protect your long-term health.
Let’s talk about what your body’s been trying to tell you—and what you can do about it.
At AVLC in York, you meet with Dr. Heird for your initial consultation. He assesses your veins and asks you about your concerns to create an individualized treatment plan.
Your lymphedema treatment may include lifestyle changes, compression stockings, compression sessions with pneumatic pumps, or a combination of all three.
Depending on your care plan and the cause of your lymphedema, you can expect improvements within a few weeks. We adjust your plan as needed to create lasting results.
Lymphedema is chronic swelling that occurs when your lymphatic system fails to drain away excess fluids. Similar to lymphedema, leg swelling involves the buildup of fluid, but it can have many more causes, including venous insufficiency.
Lymphedema and leg swelling may appear very similar. They can both negatively impact your daily quality of life by causing pain, heaviness, and difficulties fitting into your normal clothes.
Leg swelling has many causes. It may be a sign of venous insufficiency and can even hide varicose veins. A screening ultrasound at our certified venous vascular testing centers can evaluate if venous insufficiency is a contributing factor in swelling. We’ll work with you to determine the cause and choose the right treatment option for you.
If you notice persistent swelling in your legs, you should contact a lymphedema doctor. In York, Advanced Vein and Laser Center provides nonsurgical treatments for lymphedema, leg swelling, venous inefficiencies, and a variety of other vein conditions.
Almost all our treatments are determined to be medically necessary and are covered by insurance. Additionally, we offer financing options to reduce upfront costs and help you get the care you need when you need it.
Receive personalized recommendations based on your needs
At Advanced Vein and Laser Center, we provide a variety of treatment options for people experiencing lymphedema and leg swelling.
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