Christopher Pittman on Treating Varicose Veins Before Knee or Hip Replacement
Christopher Pittman, Fellowship Program Director at Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers, shared on LinkedIn:
”Did you know? Treating varicose veins (those bulgy leg veins) before a knee or hip replacement can dramatically cut your risk of post-op blood clots.
Recent scientific studies back this up! Here’s the scoop:
Not just cosmetic: Varicose veins have been linked to higher blood clot risk after knee or hip surgery.
(Studies show they can double the odds of clots – yikes!)
New research win: Treating those veins before surgery works!
A 2025 study in 23,000+ knee replacement patients saw ~30% fewer post-op clots when varicose veins were fixed first.
Safer recovery: Fewer clots equals less chance of dangerous DVT (leg clots) or PE (lung clots).
It’s like an extra safety net for your healing journey, giving you more peace of mind.
Team up with your doctor: If you have varicose veins and need a new hip or knee, talk about it.
Tackling vein issues beforehand could be a game-changer for your surgery outcome.
Bottom line: Healthy leg veins mean a safer, smoother recovery.
Your future self will thank you for taking care of those veins now!
Source: Journal of Orthopaedics (2025), matched cohort study using PearlDiver database.”
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