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Holiday Travel and Vein Care

By Dr. Eston Wenger / November 30, 2021 /

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…

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Water and Varicose Veins

By Dr. Eston Wenger / November 11, 2021 /

Are you getting enough water? Water is essential for a healthy lifestyle and contributes in a number of ways to keep your body going. Water regulates your internal body temperature, it lubricates your joints, it helps you digest your food and get rid of waste, and it is needed for your cells to work properly.…

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Holiday Meal Planning

By Dr. Eston Wenger / November 11, 2021 /

The Fall is such a festive time and with the holidays quickly approaching everyone is gearing up for celebrating! The leaves are falling, decorations are up, and holiday meals are being planned. But if you suffer from varicose veins or spider veins you might want to do things a little differently this year as you…

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Phases of Vein Disease

By Dr. Eston Wenger / October 8, 2021 /

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…

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Exercises for Vein Health

By Dr. Eston Wenger / September 16, 2021 /

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…

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What is Schlerotherapy?

By Dr. Eston Wenger / September 8, 2021 /

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…

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What is Endovenous Ablation?

By Dr. Eston Wenger / August 18, 2021 /

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…

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How Do Veins Work?

By Dr. Eston Wenger / August 5, 2021 /

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…

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Varicose Veins Affect Men Too

By Dr. Eston Wenger / July 20, 2021 /

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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Pregnancy and Your Veins

By Dr. Eston Wenger / July 8, 2021 /

During pregnancy, it’s common for many women to develop vein issues, especially in their legs. But what causes these veins to appear or worsen? And what can be done to minimize the pain and discomfort they may cause? Since becoming pregnant, you may have noticed the appearance of new varicose veins or that your existing…

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