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Varicose veins are a result of weakened or nonfunctioning vein valves. When the venous valves fail, blood moves downward towards the feet (reflux), which results in excess pressure. This pressure causes large, twisted veins to appear near the surface of your skin, which also leads to the feeling of pain and discomfort. While many people … Continued
Varicose veins affect about one in four U.S. adults—approximately 22 million women and 11 million men between the ages of 40 and 80. Unfortunately, nearly 50 percent of those struggling with ropy, bulging, painful veins are genetically predisposed due to family history. If you or a loved one is struggling with the pain and discomfort … Continued
Approximately half of the U.S. population suffers from painful varicose veins. Varicose veins occur when the valves inside a vein become damaged, causing blood to flow backward, and pool inside the vein. How do varicose veins occur? There are many factors that increase a person’s risk for developing varicose veins, including: AgeWith age, your risk … Continued
More than 40 million people in the United States suffer from painful, ropy, bulging varicose veins. Varicose veins occur when the valves inside a vein become weakened or damaged. This causes blood to flow backward and pool inside the vein, which causes swelling. Varithena® is a sterile injectable foam used to treat varicose veins in … Continued
Spider veins are small, red or purple veins that can appear on your legs. They are called spider veins because they resemble spider webs. Spider veins are, for the most part, considered a cosmetic issue and can be easily removed through a minimally invasive procedure called sclerotherapy. However, if you notice dense clusters of spider … Continued
There are many reasons why the veins in your legs may seem to ‘pop out’. You’re more likely to notice it when the veins are closer to the skin. Large, twisting, bulging veins are called varicose veins and indicate an underlying valve problem. Vein valves are flaps inside your veins that help prevent your blood … Continued
Athletes train hard, eat well, stay hydrated and maintain a healthy weight. It doesn’t seem fair that they might develop varicose veins. Varicose veins typically occur due to weakened valves or increased blood pressure in the veins. They’re also often a result of prolonged sitting or standing¬—but they can affect anyone. For athletes however, bulging, … Continued
Although most vein treatments today are minimally invasive (performed in an office setting with local anesthesia), and require no downtime for most people, not all vein care is equal. And certainly, all vein clinics are not alike. To achieve the best possible outcome for the procedure you want or need, you must choose your vein … Continued
Although many people consider varicose veins and spider veins a cosmetic problem, they can be signs of another, more serious condition. Venous insufficiency, or vein disease, occurs when the valves inside the veins fail, which hinders the circulation of blood from the limbs back to the heart. Blood pools in the veins, causing what most … Continued
Sclerotherapy is often performed to improve the appearance of varicose and spider veins. The procedure can also calm health-related vein symptoms such as: Aching Swelling Burning Night cramps But there are a few more facts to know in terms of what to expect before and after the procedure. What to expect before sclerotherapy The first … Continued