Venous Insufficiency

What is Chronic Venous Insufficiency?

Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is a condition in which the veins have problems sending blood from the legs back to the heart. Normally, valves in your deeper leg veins keep blood moving forward toward the heart. With long-term CVI, vein walls are weakened and valves are damaged. This causes the veins to stay filled with blood, which can lead to swelling in the feet and legs, varicose veins, and venous ulcers.

Signs & Symptoms

  • Skin Changes
  • Muscle Cramps
  • Varicose Veins
  • Pain and Heaviness
  • Dark and Hardened Skin
  • Swelling in legs and feet
  • Non-Healing Venous Ulcers

Risk Factors

  • Age
  • Obesity
  • Pregnancy
  • Family History
  • History of DVT
  • Prolonged Sitting
  • Limited Physical Activity

Venous Pump Treatment (PCD)

Consists of an air pump and garment(s) that fits over the legs. The pump delivers air to the garment, creating a massaging action and gently compression to the feet and legs to stimulate circulation and move accumulated fluid. Pressure and the subsequent effectiveness of the treatment can be gradually increased as the patient becomes more tolerant.

Kind Words From BioTAB Patients

“I use my pump from BioTAB every day because it has helped my legs a lot and feels great. My legs are now, after using the pump for 2 months, back to the size they normally are, and I have not been back in to the hospital for cellulitis since."
D. FunkauserCouncil Bluffs, IA
“I am very glad that the VA Hospital ordered me a pump from BioTAB. I tried a pump from another company, but the garments multiple Velcro straps required me having help. With BioTAB’s garments, I slide them on and press start on the pump. It’s really easy and it works.”
C. BlankSioux Falls, SD
“I have a history of severe swelling in my feet and sensitive ulcers that are difficult to heal. I refused to use pumps in the past because it was too painful. But with BioTAB’s pump, they were able to make me feel comfortable. The BioTAB specialist came to my house, set up my equipment, and customized treatment by reducing pressure by my ulcers. Quality product and excellent customer service!”
O. SellMitchell, SD
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