Now more than ever it is crucial to try and maintain your health when working from home. While there are certain benefits that come from working from the comfort of your own home, many people are finding it harder to get outside for exercise and this can lead to many negative health implications. We have […]
When to Worry About Varicose Veins?
The right time to treat varicose veins is unique for each patient. That being said, there are indications on when one should begin to worry about their venous disease, and when the appropriate time to take action is. The bottom line is if your legs are bothering you in any way, you should get them […]
Why are varicose veins blue and green?
You may have noticed the colour of your varicose veins as blueish or green and wondered why this is… Blood is red, so why are the bulging veins blue and green? Continue reading to learn about the many reasons that the veins on the surface of your legs appear coloured. The main reasons that […]
Can Varicose and Spider Veins Return After Treatment?
Many patients ask whether their varicose and spider veins can come back after treatment, and while this is highly unlikely, it does sometimes happen. As the return of your veins after being treated is unlikely this is not a reason to not treat or delay the treatment of your varicose and spider veins. […]
What is the Difference Between Spider Veins and Varicose Veins?
Before being able to treat your vein condition it is important to diagnose what kind of venous disease is causing your issues. Two types of venous conditions that patients can suffer from are Varicose Veins and Spider Veins. It is commonly thought that varicose veins develop from untreated spider veins. While this may be […]
How do Weather Changes Affect Varicose Veins?
You may be surprised to learn the effects that rapid weather changes can have on your varicose veins. Whether your venous symptoms change in the heat or cold, the explanation can be rationalized through weather impacts. How does heat affect varicose veins? Heat can have a negative effect on varicose veins, which explains why […]
Does Yoga Help Varicose Vein Symptoms?
The practice of yoga is a common exercise used to relieve stress and clear the mind. It is also an extremely beneficial exercise to manage varicose veins. While yoga does not treat varicose veins, it can aid significantly in reducing many of the symptoms associated with this venous disease. Yoga helps to alleviate certain varicose […]
Is it safe to fly with varicose veins?
As it is recommended to avoid prolonged periods of standing or sitting when you have varicose veins, many patients find themselves asking whether it is safe to fly given their venous condition. On their own, varicose veins should not prevent you from traveling; however, there are some safety precautions that you can take to safely […]
Can running worsen varicose vein symptoms?
A common myth about varicose veins is that running will worsen your symptoms, and this is simply not true. In addition to the many cardiovascular benefits of running, it is a safe, and advantageous activity for your venous health. It’s time to start running! Running is an exercise that promotes healthy circulation in your […]
Why does wearing compression stockings help with my veins?
You may have heard that wearing compression stockings will help to alleviate some of the symptoms associated with varicose veins. You may have even seen many of your favorite athletes wearing them, but have you ever wondered why wearing compression stockings helps? Benefits of wearing compression stockings Compression stockings can be worn to minimize […]
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