The Vein Institute @ CMIC offers personal, individualized care for patients with vein disease utilizing a comprehensive, non-surgical approach to treat aesthetic and therapeutic problems. Vein conditions and their treatments are often more complex than they appear. Beyond obvious leg swelling or varicose veins, symptoms may include aching, cramping, heaviness, tired or restless legs, itching, tingling, and burning, as well as skin changes, scaly rashes, and slow or non-healing wounds. If you have varicose veins, you already know they are unsightly and uncomfortable. However, they may also indicate the beginning of venous insufficiency, a more serious, progressive condition that can lead to skin damage or ulcers. Venous insufficiency occurs when the valves do not open and close properly,