Posts Tagged ‘vein disease’
Why Do Varicose Veins Hurt?
If you suffer from varicose veins, then you are probably all too familiar with the discomfort that they can cause. Your legs might feel achy and sore; the skin near your varicose veins might itch, or your legs might feel heavier than normal. These are all common side effects of varicose veins and you are…
Read MoreTake Care of You in 2022
More than likely, you’ve spent the past couple months making sure that everyone around you is taken care of. You’ve probably spent a lot of time and energy preparing the perfect meals with everyone’s favorite holiday dishes and desserts; not to mention all of their favorite candies and treats. You’ve used your free time to…
Read MoreHoliday Gift List
Giving and receiving gifts is one of the most fun parts of the holiday season. Have you made your gift lists yet? We’d like to suggest a few items that are sure to be a hit with anyone who wants to stay healthy, especially if they suffer from varicose veins or spider veins. Exercise Equipment…
Read MoreHoliday Travel and Vein Care
It’s that time of year again, time for holiday travel! Traveling can always be a bit hectic, so it’s important to keep in mind and practice a few easy ways to take care of your vein health along the way. Dr. Eston Wenger of Premier Surgical in Cleveland shares some favorite tips to help keep…
Read MorePhases of Vein Disease
If you suffer from spider veins and/or varicose veins, you might think that they are a normal part of life, especially if other members of your family have them as well. But the appearance of these unsightly veins is pointing out that your veins are not functioning properly. In some instances, simple steps can be…
Read MoreExercises for Vein Health
It’s no secret that exercising regularly is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health and well-being. The benefits of moving your body daily seem almost unending. Strengthening your muscles and bones, aiding in weight loss, increasing your energy levels, and improving your mood are all excellent side effects of…
Read MoreWhat is Schlerotherapy?
If you have varicose or spider veins, you are not alone. Statistics show that over 40 million people in the US suffer from unhealthy veins. These varicose veins and spider veins can be painful and unsightly. But the good news is, you don’t have to continue to suffer, because there are safe, minimally invasive options…
Read MoreWhat is Endovenous Ablation?
Everyone wants to feel great about the appearance of their legs, but varicose veins can leave us feeling embarrassed and wanting to hide. Wearing jeans in the heat and a cover-up around the pool isn’t anyone’s idea of the ideal summer. But treatment is available! If you find yourself regularly hiding your legs because of…
Read MoreHow Do Veins Work?
We all know how important our cardiovascular system is; it literally pumps blood throughout our bodies. Our heart, arteries, capillaries, and veins make up this blood circulatory system which delivers oxygen and nutrients to our cells to provide nourishment, help fight disease, and stabilize our temperature. But what are the specific functions of veins in…
Read MoreVaricose Veins Affect Men Too
Would you believe that nearly 40% of the patients living with varicose veins are men? This might be a hard statistic to wrap your brain around if you’ve always considered varicose veins a women’s issue. But believing the myth that varicose veins don’t affect men could mean setting yourself up for serious health issues. While…
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