If you’re tired of living with varicose veins and are ready to seek treatment, you may need to start thinking about how you will pay for the procedure to eradicate your varicose veins. There are multiple options to consider, so review these possible payment options below to determine which is right for your needs and […]
Sometimes, the world seems unfair. Why are all of the most delicious foods bad for you? Why does eating cake and binge-watching Netflix—two things you love—cause you to gain weight, but exercising and dieting—two things you hate—keep your body shapely and healthy? Why is soda so much tastier than water, and drinking wine more fun […]
Have questions about varicose vein treatments? We have the answers. This guide will provide you with all of the information you need to understand your varicose veins and get rid of them for good. What Causes Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are caused when blood valves fail and are no longer able to push blood through […]
Both weight gain and sitting for long periods of time can increase your chances of developing varicose veins. With temperatures dropping, many people avoid the outdoors, and as a result, are less likely to engage in physical activity. While binge-watching your favorite TV show may keep you warm this winter, it may also increase your […]
If you suffer from venous disorder, you may be confused about the terminology used to describe different types of vein issues. You may have heard your condition described as spider veins, varicose veins, or bulging veins, but what do those terms refer to? This guide will help you correctly identify which type of venous disorder […]
If you’ve been on the planet long enough, it’s likely you’ve heard horror stories from women who had their varicose veins treated many years ago. However, while modern advances in medicine have made these horror stories a thing of the past, the stories have lived on to become myths that discourage people from seeking treatment. […]
Varicose veins are bulging, visible veins that appear through skin. They are caused by failed blood valves that inhibit the proper flow of blood through superficial veins. When blood valves fail, blood pools in damaged veins, and those veins appear externally through the skin. Varicose veins do not go away on their own and generally […]
For women who love shoes, learning that high heels can cause or worsen varicose veins is devastating. High heels are a staple in the fashionable woman’s wardrobe, an integral part of shaping legs and making an outfit pop. However, because high heels inhibit the natural movement that assists your circulatory system in moving blood easily […]
We live in a stressful world. While technology, in many ways, has made life easier, it has also created increased stress because having a mobile phone makes you always available. If work needs you, they can call you at any hour of the night—or even on your vacation. That flashing light signaling new work emails is […]
Varicose veins are bulging, visible veins that form when blood valves fail in superficial veins. When valves fail, blood pools in superficial veins, making veins appear through the skin. The presence of varicose veins does not necessarily represent health risks—in many cases living with varicose veins is simply a cosmetic inconvenience. However, leaving varicose veins […]