Varicose Veins

NEWS & ARTICLES

Do Varicose Veins Increase Deep Vein Thrombosis Risk?

A recent study published in the Journal American Medical Association (JAMA) found a significant association between varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and less clear potential associations with pulm…

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,…

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…

Varicose Veins and Athletes

You can still develop varicose veins even if you are healthy and exercise regularly. The reality is that even athletes can develop varicose veins. Certain sports can increase the likelihood of occurrence as the…

Varicose Veins During Pregnancy, a Common Problem

Pregnancy and childbearing brings many exciting changes to a family. It can also result in the development or progression of varicose veins. This is due to a number of physiologic changes during pregnancy. Th…

Why Do Varicose Veins Hurt?

Nearly 1 in 5 people will develop varicose veins in their lifetime, but the extent to which varicose veins will affect quality of life will differ. Thus many patients wounder: Why do varicose veins hurt? While…

Dr. Jones Presents VeClose Trial Data at the ACP

INOVIA® participated in the national Veclose trial, a randomized control trial comparing VenaSeal Sapheon Closure System with Radiofrequency Ablation (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:NCT01807585). Covidien…