Varicose veins are a common condition that affects up to 35% of the adult population in the United States. Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted, and bulging veins that usually occur in the legs and feet. They can be a cosmetic concern, but they can also cause discomfort, pain, and swelling. Fortunately, there are many treatment […]
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Varicose veins can often cause itching, especially with skin that is closer to the ankle and lower calf. These itchy varicose veins can lead to ongoing discomfort, so knowing how to quickly ease them can help you find fast and effective relief. What Makes Varicose Veins Itchy? Any varicose vein can itch. This itchiness can
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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 condition. What Are Leg Cramps? Leg cramping occurs when muscles contract involuntarily and cannot relax. This phenomenon is
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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 Insufficiency? The function of veins is to bring blood back to the heart. Because leg veins work against gravity, they contain one-way valves that prevent
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In the past, varicose veins were traditionally treated by a surgical procedure known as “vein stripping,” in which the veins were removed via surgical incisions while the patient was under general anesthesia. This was usually done at the hospital or surgery center. Thanks to advancements in medical treatment and technology, this is no longer the
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If you have varicose veins that cause pain or other symptoms, Varithena is one of the best treatment options available. This treatment can improve the appearance of varicose veins and address many of the symptoms of venous reflux disease. Below is some information about this procedure and how it can help with your condition. Why
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Now there are no downtime options to treat varicose veins in the office setting under a local anesthesia. The patient walks in, is treated, then walks out.
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We are often asked if varicose vein treatment reduces risks of DVT. There is in fact evidence of this from patients having major orthopedic surgery. One of the biggest risks after major orthopedic surgery, such as a knee or hip replacement, is the development of a deep venous thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE). Blood
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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 becomes available. An update of this study appeared in the Journal of Vascular Surgery, Venous and Lymphatics Disorders this
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