There are so many fun things to do this time of year, like decorating the house, caroling, volunteering, shopping, and baking all of the cookies. With all of these festive activities planned, you’re sure to spend a lot of extra time on your feet. Extra time standing during the day can put added pressure on…
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If you have tried conservative treatments for varicose veins like elevating your legs and wearing compression stockings, but are still suffering, then it’s time for you to find a more long-term solution. There are some great options for treatment of varicose veins that are minimally invasive, outpatient procedures that require little downtime and have a…
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What does it mean to live a healthy life? Eating nutrient rich foods, abstaining from harmful habits, and exercising regularly all contribute in a big way to your overall health. But living a health focused life also means, being proactive about your health, taking care of your body when you are in pain, and making…
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Many people who suffer from the aches and pains of varicose veins are not hesitant to seek treatment. This venous disease can be quite uncomfortable and the thick, ropelike veins are hard to ignore. But what about spider veins? Is there an option to treat or remove these smaller, more thread-like veins? Spider veins are…
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The summer is winding down and it is officially ‘back to school’ time. That means transitioning out of simpler, mellow summertime living into a more structured, robust school schedule. Earlier wake-up times, long pick-up line waits, and evening activities can leave you scrambling to keep up with your healthy routines. Adjusting to a changing schedule…
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Did you know that around 45 percent of American men and up to 55 percent of American women age 40 to 80 will suffer from varicose veins or a related venous disorder in their lifetime? That’s 22 million women and 11 million men affected by varicose veins! We can see from the statistics that women…
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Have you ever thought about the role your circulatory system plays in your overall health and wellbeing? Maybe not; especially if you aren’t having any noticeable issues. But if you suffer from varicose veins, it’s a good idea to understand what is going on in you body and how the weakened valves in you leg…
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Are you one of the millions of Americans who suffer from varicose veins? Are you looking for treatment options, but are unsure which treatment is right for you? Doing your research is the first step to taking control of your vein health. Let’s look at the treatment options offered by vein specialist Dr. Eston Wenger…
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If you are one of the roughly 40 million people in America who have varicose veins, then you might be wondering if seeking treatment is necessary. If your veins aren’t imposing on your daily activities, or aren’t causing you great discomfort right now, seeing a doctor to go over your treatment options might seem like…
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Varicose veins can be a painful indication of a more serious issue: damaged valves in your leg veins. This issue can become serious enough that if left untreated, another painful issue can arise called venous skin ulcers. Venous skin ulcers, also known as leg ulcers, are another indication that it’s time to see a Vascular/…
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