Sclerotherapy and the Doppler Ultrasound Screening
Living with spider or varicose veins can be frustrating. Maybe you no longer have the confidence to flaunt your legs in shorts or a skirt, or you are dealing with discomfort. The desire to have problem veins removed as soon as possible often supersedes our thoughts about the procedure itself. “Am I a good candidate […]
Laser Treatment for Spider Veins: Pain Expectations
Throughout Florida, thousands of men and women are troubled by unattractive spider veins. These veins generally occur on the legs, but can also appear on the legs and face. They are called spider veins because of their appearance, which resembles a star with numerous small veins spreading outward from a center area in a web-like […]
Exercise, Running and Varicose Veins
Once our patients have undergone vein removal treatment, there are always questions about how to best take care of their legs moving forward. Questions such as: “Can I lift weights?” “Should I run?” “What if I have a job that has me on my feet all day?” In this article we’re going to answer these […]
FAQ About Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
What is sclerotherapy? Sclerotherapy is a form of vein treatment in which a solution is injected into a varicose or spider vein. The solution causes the vein to collapse and seal. It shrinks, disappears, and is eventually absorbed by the body. Depending upon the location of the vein, the specialist may use ultrasound guidance. […]
What to Expect From EndoVenous Laser Treatment
When it comes to varicose veins, management just simply isn’t an option. While for many individuals, these gnarled, enlarged veins are simply a cosmetic concern, for others they cause a great deal of pain and discomfort. In some cases, they can lead to serious problems or indicate serious circulatory problems in the body. Treatment is […]
6 Ways You Can Prevent Varicose Veins
Because the causes of varicose veins are still undetermined, prevention of these veins is a highly debated subject. However, although many health experts aren’t completely certain that varicose veins can be entirely prevented, there are ways to delay them and keep the ones you have from becoming worse.
Spider Veins, Varicose Veins…Which Type of Vein Care is Right For You?
Are you living with spider or varicose veins? The majority of women, and even some men, will begin to notice veins on their legs appearing with age. Thankfully, with the level of technology in today’s world, we no longer have to accept living with veiny legs. There are a number of procedures available, with the […]