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Is Leg Swelling a Sign of Something Serious?

Leg swelling is a common complaint. It can absolutely be a serious sign – and even when its not, leg swelling can often benefit from treatment. Leg swelling can occur in one leg or both. It can be equal,…

Comparing Varicose Vein Treatments

In recent years, Drs. Andrew Jones and Edward Boyle of the Inovia Vein Specialty Clinics participated as investigators in the Vecolse Trial. Our patients often ask us for an update on the published data as it…

6 Steps to Address Your Leg Spider Veins

1. Understand What Spider Veins Are Spider veins are small blue or red veins at the skin’s surface. They are also known as telangiectasias and are most commonly seen on the legs and face. They can range f…

Ankle Discoloration: A Symptom of Vein Disease

Do you or someone you know have foot or ankle discoloration, such as brown freckle-like spots on feet and ankles? Have you noticed swelling or indents from socks that worsen later in the day in the area of ankl…

New Blood Thinner Options

Warfarin vs. NOAC Are you curious about these new blood thinners you’re seeing all over television and print ads? There is a great article on the American Heart Association website that details each type of me…

Myths about Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are a cosmetic problem. There are many symptoms of varicose veins including: pain, swelling, itching, fatigue, heaviness, cramping and restlessness. Varicose veins can also cause skin break down,…

Stay on Track: Exercise!

Exercise can make a pretty big difference in preventing varicose veins. Some exercises are low impact and can be done at home. Walk! Every day walk for at least 30 mins to help blood to circulate properly. Str…

Can Tomatoes Cure Varicose Veins?

We are often asked by our patients if certain diets can cure or treat varicose veins. Often we hear very specific questions about types of foods, such as tomatoes. While it is tempting to think there are diets…

Yoga Can Help Varicose Veins: 5 Poses to Try at Home

Patients frequently ask us if activities like yoga can cure or treat varicose veins. It is true that healthy activities help patients live in better health while experiencing fewer symptoms of varicose veins l…