Recent Articles About Vein Health
Don’t Believe What You’ve Heard About Chronic Venous Insufficiency
If your legs look like this and you’re suffering from aching leg pain, a sensation of heavy legs, swelling, restless legs at night, itchy skin on your legs and an intolerance to standing and walking, you most likely have a vein disorder called chronic venous insufficiency
Prepare for Takeoff: Can Flying Make Your Varicose Veins Worse?
Long flights many not be ideal for people with varicose veins, but with some precautionary measures, you can easily cope
How Your Clothing Choices Impact Your Venous Health
If you suffer from varicose veins, the clothes you wear can have a direct and significant impact on the severity
Vein Center Versus Hospital: What Does it Take to Be a Vein Center?
When you have a specific health problem, it’s best to see a practitioner who specializes in that area of medical care. By the same logic, when you experience vein issues, the best place to go is a vein center.
A Brief History of Phlebology and Vein Health
Modern phlebologists employ incredibly advanced technologies to deliver minimally invasive, cost-effective treatments for patients — here’s a glimpse into the long
Hormones and Your Veins
Spider and varicose veins, long thought to be the plague of elderly women, can strike at nearly any age. One of the lesser known risk factors for these visible veins is hormonal fluctuations, particularly those that occur during puberty, pregnancy and menopause.
Does Diabetes Increase Your Risk for Varicose Veins?
While diabetes isn’t a direct cause of varicose veins, it can greatly exacerbate the symptoms of existing conditions. Since diabetes also
Are You at Risk for Spider Veins?
Spider veins are a common issue for women and even some men. The visible networks of vessels, also known as telangiectasia, get their name from their resemblance to a spider’s web.
