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13 Exercises for Restless Legs

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common health condition that manifests as an irresistible urge to move the legs, usually accompanied by uncomfortable sensations. Many patients find the symptoms are worse when…

Diet for Venous Insufficiency: Foods to Prevent & Soothe Varicose Veins

Eating a healthy diet is essential to prevent or slow the development of varicose veins. While the foods we eat will impact all of our internal functions, there are specific goals when looking at vein health an…

Should You Travel with Blood Clots?

A common question is if you should travel with blood clots. It is well known that long-distance travel confers a small increased risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) such as blood clots, deep venous thrombosis…

When To Worry About Leg Cramps

Almost everyone has experienced leg cramps at one time or another. Typically, leg cramps can be quickly relieved and are not a cause for concern – but occasionally, they can be a sign of a more serious conditio…

Vein Doctors: What They Do & How To Find The Right One

What is a vein doctor? A physician who has chosen to specialize in the care of patients with vein diseases. However, there isn’t just one background specialty where all vein doctors come from. Vein specia…

What is Venous Insufficiency? Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Venous insufficiency occurs when leg veins stop working efficiently. An estimated 40 percent of people in the United States have venous insufficiency, or CVI (“chronic venous insufficiency”). What is Venous Ins…

Restless Leg Syndrome's Little-Known Potential Cause: Venous Insufficiency

Everyone with restless legs knows the symptoms – crawling, throbbing, aching sensations that cause an uncontrollable and uncomfortable urge to move the legs. Common at night or during periods of rest, restless…

Unna Boots for Wounds & Venous Stasis Ulcers

What is a Unna Boot? An Unna Boot is a compression bandage that is applied by a healthcare provider to treat slow healing lower leg wounds and ulcers (commonly caused by venous stasis ulcers). An Unna boot, na…

Caring for the Moderate to Severely Swollen Leg

Leg swelling can be scary and anxiety-provoking when its new, then annoying and uncomfortable when its been going on for a while. There is a variety of causes for swollen legs, but luckily there are also severa…

Why Do Varicose Veins Appear During Pregnancy?

During pregnancy, there’s an increased blood volume in the body to help support the growing baby. Estrogen produced throughout the development of the baby also leads to veins that are dilated, so theyR…