Recent Articles About Vein Health
Will Exercise Make Varicose Veins Worse?
Exercise is critical to your overall health, but certain kinds of physical activity are safer for your varicose veins than
Is Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) a Symptom of Varicose Veins?
Many patients are surprised to learn that one of the most common symptoms of varicose veins is Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) – the irresistible feeling to move your legs, especially at night while trying to sleep. How can the two different conditions be related? We’re first going to discuss the causes and symptoms of varicose veins a little more in-depth, then explain how RLS is connected to varicose veins, and last, what patients can do to find relief.
Why Do Spider Veins Need Multiple Treatments?
Many patients ask why they need several treatments for spider veins (technically known as telangiectasia). Cosmetic sclerotherapy, a minimally-invasive procedure designed to improve the appearance of spider veins, generally requires multiple treatments. Why can’t treatment be complete in only one session?
How Long Does Vein Treatment Last?
To ensure that you maintain your vein health, it’s beneficial to consider the lifestyle changes that will keep blood circulating the way that it’s supposed to. Your vein specialist can inform you of different ways you can improve your circulation and keep venous insufficiency from occurring.
Varicose Veins and Heart Trouble: Is There a Link?
Varicose veins are a relatively common problem among both men and women in the middle to later years of life. While these veins can be unsightly, many individuals are told they are little more than a cosmetic concern. However, varicose veins left unchecked may progress to more serious complications over time. Is heart trouble one of those complications?
Vascular Lab Accreditation and "Lifeline Screenings"
At Center for Vein Restoration, we offer a state-of-the-art diagnostic facility known as a vascular lab. At our lab, we can screen patients for a wide range of potential problems within the vascular system. Through non-invasive examinations, we can determine a patient’s risk for serious problems like stroke and pulmonary embolism. A vascular lab is an important tool for screening patients for serious conditions while the condition is still in the early stage and easy to treat.
Compression Stockings 101
If you have suffered from any type of vein condition, you may have been advised by your physician to wear compression stockings. These specialized socks are recommended for everything from preventing blood clots after surgery to reducing the painful symptoms associated with varicose veins.
Facial Veins: Why They Occur and How to Eliminate Them
However, spider veins can occur on other areas of the body, including the face. Known as telangiectasia, these visible red vessels can become a significant cosmetic concern.