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Top 11 Tips for Successful Vein Surgery
When you experience bulging varicose veins and other painful symptoms of venous insufficiency (vein disease) relief can’t come soon enough. We spoke to Center for Vein Restoration vein disease expert Keith C. Nichols, MD, RPVI, about his top tips for preparing for successful vein treatment.
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome: CVR Doctor Trains Other Doctors
Vein disease expert Dr. Peter Pappas leads a continuing medical education course (CME) on Pelvic Congestion Syndrome as part of Center for Vein Restoration’s prestigious 12-month fellowship program. In this lesson and educational video, medical trainees learn the causes, diagnostic and treatment options for this painful condition.
Understanding the Causes and Treatments of DVT
Dr. Laura Kelsey helps us to understand what causes Deep Vein Thrombosis(DVT) and the treatments that are available.
Leg Pain: When is it Appropriate to See a Vein Doctor
Dr. Peter J. Pappas explains how to tell the difference between common leg pain and more serious conditions.
What Causes Ankle and Feet Swelling, What Should I Do?
Dr. Laura Kelsey explains the many possible reasons for swelling of the ankles and feet. These can be divided into two categories: a) sudden onset of swelling caused by a provoking event and b) slow onset swelling without a provoking event.
The Benefits of Compression Therapy, Part 3 of 3
Dr. Schul recommends that compression wearers first ask themselves, “what am I trying to accomplish by using compression?” If it is solely to reduce venous pressure or related swelling, there are many other ways to achieve this.
The Benefits of Compression Therapy, Part 2 of 3
Dr. Schul shares that merely one out of five of his patients report that the stockings purchased from a drug or big-box store gave them the relief they were seeking. That means approximately 80 percent of patients had a negative compression experience when purchased outside of a medical setting.
The Benefits of Compression Therapy, Part 1 of 3
“Compression therapy is a tool used for a variety of lower extremity problems,” says Dr. Schul. He explains that “compression creates a ‘compartment’ in the legs that do not allow the pressure of backward flowing veins to exert tissue effects on the skin.”
