Leg Pain

Leg pain is a common problem, especially among adults 50 and older with medical conditions like peripheral artery disease (PAD) and diabetes. At Laser Surgical Solutions RGV, PLLC, the vascular surgeons and wound care specialists provide high-quality care for leg pain. They can identify the cause and develop a personalized treatment to prevent the pain from getting worse. Call the office in McAllen or Rio Grande City, Texas, to schedule leg pain treatment, or book your appointment online today.

What is leg pain?

Leg pain is aching, cramping, or discomfort in one (or both) of your legs. It’s a common side effect of sports injuries and general wear-and-tear. However, it might also point to underlying health problems like diabetes and venous insufficiency.

The Laser Surgical Solutions RGV, PLLC, team treats leg pain caused by various conditions, including arterial and venous disease and lymphedema (a buildup of lymph fluid in the leg tissues).

Should I see a doctor about leg pain?

Most leg pain is mild and improves with rest and over-the-counter (OTC) anti-inflammatory medication like aspirin or ibuprofen. However, if your symptoms continue for several days and get worse when you walk, contact Laser Surgical Solutions RGV, PLLC. This is particularly true if the pain appears alongside swelling or skin discoloration.

How is leg pain diagnosed?

Your Laser Surgical Solutions RGV, PLLC, provider reviews your medical records and asks about your symptoms, including what the pain feels like, where it is, and if activities like walking or standing make it worse.

They examine your legs and feet, checking for swelling, discoloration, and open wounds. Your provider might also ask you to walk around to observe your gait (how you walk) and have you do some easy exercises to assess your muscle strength and flexibility.

If these steps don’t provide enough information to make a diagnosis, your provider orders lab tests, including blood work and diagnostic imaging. Blood work screens for health problems like diabetes and heart disease; diagnostic imaging captures photos of your bones, joints, and surrounding tissues.

They might also order a venous ultrasound if they suspect your leg pain is caused by poor circulation.

How is leg pain treated?

How your leg pain is treated depends on what’s causing it and how severe it is. The Laser Surgical Solutions RGV, PLLC, team takes an integrative, minimally invasive approach to managing leg pain. They could suggest:

• Complex wound care (if you have a slow-healing ulcer)
• Wearing compression stockings to reduce swelling and support circulation
• Varicose vein treatment
• Elevating your legs above your heart to promote better circulation
• Activity changes like walking and exercising to boost circulation
• Ice and rest (if the pain is caused by an injury or wear-and-tear)
• Prescription medication to support healthy circulation

Leg pain often benefits from several treatments at once. The team monitors your symptoms at regular checkups and adjusts your care plan.

Call the nearest Laser Surgical Solutions RGV PLLC office to schedule leg pain treatment, or book your appointment online today.