Could Your Leg Cramps Indicate a Vascular Issue?

Leg cramps can be more than an occasional nuisance — they may be a warning sign of underlying vascular issues. At the Center for Vein Disease in Chevy Chase, MD, renowned board-certified vascular health specialist Dr. Mehru Sonde, MD, DABVLM, brings over 10 years of experience treating conditions like varicose veins and venous insufficiency. These conditions often manifest as aching legs, soreness, heaviness, and leg cramps.

Serving patients from Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia, Dr. Sonde helps identify the causes of leg cramps and provides targeted treatments to restore comfort and health.

Below, we explore the possible link between vascular health and leg cramps.

How Vascular Disease Causes Leg Cramps

Vascular disease can disrupt normal blood flow, including chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins.

This poor circulation leads to oxygen- and nutrient-deprived muscles and may trigger painful leg cramping. Many people experience leg cramps at night, which can also happen while walking or exercising.

Symptoms like swelling, heaviness, or visible veins in your legs are further clues that you could have vascular issues. Recognizing these signs early can help you avoid complications and improve your quality of life.

When to See a Vascular Specialist About Leg Cramps

Rare or occasional leg cramps aren’t necessarily signs of vascular disease — but if you experience persistent issues, it’s often a vascular problem.

If you have frequent leg cramps that wake you up or disrupt your daily life, it’s time to get help. It’s especially vital to seek professional vascular care if your leg cramps happen alongside swelling, heaviness, skin changes, or visible veins.

Dr. Sonde can determine if your leg cramps are related to vascular disease and recommend effective treatments.

Treatment Options for Leg Cramps

Managing leg cramps caused by vascular disease often involves addressing the underlying circulation issues. Treatment options may include:

• Compression 
• Sclerotherapy 
• Laser Therapy 
• Radiofrequency Ablation 
• VenaSeal®
• Lifestyle Changes
• Medication

With the right treatment plan, you can find relief from leg cramps and reduce the impact of vascular disease.

Help With Leg Cramps in Chevy Chase, MD

If you’re experiencing persistent leg cramps, it’s time to explore potential vascular causes. Call the Center for Vein Disease at 301-220-8346 to book your consultation with Dr. Mehru Sonde in Chevy Chase, MD. We welcome patients from Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.