Tips for Traveling With Varicose Veins
While varicose veins are common, they can present unique travel complications. In some cases, varicose vein symptoms can worsen while traveling as a result of sitting for long periods of time during air travel. Blood...
What Causes Spider Veins?
Spider veins appear as well-defined purple, blue, or red lines beneath the skin. While we don’t know precisely what causes spider veins, several contributing factors can increase the chances of them forming. Hormonal Changes: Blood...
When to Seek Vein Treatment: Signs, Symptoms and Solutions
Varicose veins are extremely common in the U.S., affecting around 23% of adults. Spider veins are even more common, given they affect an estimated 80% of men and 85% of women. Vein conditions may be...
Treating Visible Veins on Hands
Visible veins on the hands are unsightly, but they generally do not indicate a serious underlying condition. Treatment is available and it helps to know what your options are so you can take the next...
When Is Sclerotherapy the Right Choice for Me?
If you have a vein condition such as reticular veins, spider veins or varicose veins, you may be happy to learn there are safe, effective treatments that can reduce the appearance of your veins, as...
Is Leg Pain Related to Vein Issues?
Varicose veins are widely recognized as an aesthetic issue, but they can also produce symptoms—such as leg pain— that can greatly affect your quality of life. If you are living with a vein condition and...
Where Do Spider Veins Come From? Looking at Risk Factors
Spider veins are extremely common. Researchers suggest that most adults will develop them at some point during their lifetime. However, certain factors can increase your risk for developing spider veins, which can be helpful to...
7 Signs It’s Time to See a Vein Specialist
If you have veins that are causing symptoms or affecting your quality of life in any way, you may want to consider meeting with a vein specialist. A vein specialist can talk to you about minimally...
Could EVLT Be Right for You?
Endovenous laser ablation treatment (EVLT) is a fast, minimally invasive and highly effective treatment for varicose veins. If you would like to reduce the symptoms and appearance of your varicose veins, EVLT is one of...
Your Guide to VenaSeal™ Treatment
Having varicose veins can put a damper on your quality of life. Not only can varicose veins cause unsightly lumps that may make you feel self-conscious, but they can also cause symptoms such as leg...
Show Your Veins Some Love This Winter
As the temperatures drop and winter approaches, you may be feeling extra cozy and festive. But how are your veins feeling? Wintertime can often be a mixed bag when it comes to varicose veins and...