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 […]
If you have varicose veins, you’re not alone. Statistics show that more than 50% of women and 40% of men suffer from some form of venous disease. Even some of your favorite celebrities have been spotted with bulging veins! Read on to learn which celebrities have battled varicose veins and understand the likely causes of […]
In the old days of vein stripping surgery, there were very few benefits to having varicose veins treated. Vein stripping procedures were highly invasive, had a low rate of success, and required a lot of time for recovery. And after enduring the pain of surgery and recovery, women would be rid of varicose veins for […]
When you’re pregnant, you have plenty to worry about—what will things be like when your baby is born, what will you name your baby, what color should you paint the nursery, what things will your baby need—so the last thing you need to do is add worrying about varicose veins on top of everything else. […]
There is nothing more frustrating than having your varicose veins treated only to see them return. You’ve just gotten used to showing off your legs proudly without self-consciousness, but now those dark veins are peeking through your skin again. You may be trying to get yourself used to the idea of living with varicose veins […]
Spider veins are clusters of blood vessels that are visible on the surface of the skin. They can appear as red, blue, or purple in color and get their name because they commonly look like spider webs or spider legs. Spider veins are typically found on the face or legs and are a sign that […]
Varicose veins are commonly viewed as a cosmetic issue. People suffering from venous disorder go to great lengths to cover their damaged veins, using makeup to cover visible veins on their faces or wearing pants every day to hide varicose veins on their legs. While varicose veins in many cases are just a cosmetic concern, […]
The 87th Academy Awards are over, congratulations to the winners and condolences to the non-winning nominees. The evening was full of charming gentlemen and lovely ladies whose red carpet outfits have already circled the globe. Now that we know all the winners, which lady of the night should be crowned as the Queen of Best-looking Legs? […]
The current lifestyle of most of us is not ideal for our veins. Spending more and more time sitting or standing instead of walking and moving around, takes its toll on the condition of our veins. According to estimates, by the age of 40 the majority of Americans have suffered from at least a mild […]