Inovia Vein Blog - Topics on Health, Prevention & Treatments

When to Worry About Spider Veins in Oregon and Southwest Washington

When to Worry About Spider Veins Spider veins are a common yet often misunderstood condition that affects millions of people. This prompts many people who live in Oregon and Southwest Washington to ask when to…

Varicose Veins Behind the Knee: What You Need to Know

Varicose Veins Behind the Knee: You might have normal-looking legs but notice some pesky varicose veins behind the knees. Or you may have many varicose veins but a large cluster behind your knee. This is a com…

How to Sleep After Varicose Vein Treatment Procedures?

How to Sleep After Varicose Vein Treatment Procedures? Dr. Nagamoto, MD is a board-certified general surgeon and experienced vein specialist with expertise in venous insufficiency, varicose veins, spider veins,…

Understanding the Differences Between Superficial Thrombophlebitis and DVT in Oregon

Understanding the Differences Between Superficial Thrombophlebitis and DVT In the world of vascular health, understanding the differences between superficial vein thrombophlebitis (SVT) and deep vein thrombosi…

Can Varicose Veins Burst?

Can Varicose Veins Burst? A common question we hear is: Can varicose veins burst? The short answer is yes. Luckily, it is not very common but when it happens it can be quite a concern for the patient and the…

When to Worry About Leg Pain: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

When to Worry About Leg Pain We often hear: When to worry about leg pain? Leg pain can vary greatly, from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating sensations that disrupt daily activities. In this blog, we’…

Connecting the Dots: Varicose Veins and Cancer Symptoms

Understanding Varicose Veins in Cancer Patients: 1. Introduction to Varicose Veins People often ask: What is the connection between varicose veins and cancer? Varicose veins occur when the valves within the vei…

Spider Veins vs Varicose Veins: What's the Difference?

What are spider veins and varicose veins? Varicose Veins and Spider veins are very common. It is important to understand why they occur in relation to normal veins. People can look at their legs and see veins t…

Yoga for 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…

Drop the Term "Accessory" Vein Consensus Emerges

Drop the Term “Accessory” Vein Consensus Emerges It was announced today that members from Inovia Vein participated in an international anterior saphenous vein consensus task force to address the con…