The weather is warming up this time of year, and that means swimsuits and trips to the beach—it’s summertime! If the idea of shedding your winter layers and showing off your legs makes you cringe, then it must mean you’re affected by varicose veins and spider veins. At Canada Vein Clinics we completely understand, as […]
Stop Sitting On Your Varicose Vein Condition
At the end of the day, after a long morning and much longer evening commute, all anyone ever wants to do is sit down and relax. Many of us have thought the same thing day after day as soon as we set foot in our homes. However we’ve forgotten one little thing – that we’ve […]
Vain Over Varicose Veins?
Significant changes to your body can impact the health and appearance of your veins. Varicose veins are a condition that specifically stem from weight gain, pregnancy, heredity or hormone imbalances. Although the condition can lead to a variety of health concerns, many people are concerned about the bulging and discoloration effects varicose veins can have […]
Understanding Varicose Veins
Years of working on a production line, supervising children, waiting on customers and caring for patients takes a toll on your legs. A typical work shift is anywhere from four to eight hours long. Imagine how much standing we do in that time. But the constant standing doesn’t stop there. When we get home, we […]
How Hormonal Changes Affect the Veins
Spider and varicose veins can affect both men and women, particularly in the middle to later years of life. While anyone can develop these visible vessels, some individuals are at higher risk than others. Hormonal changes can be a major factor in the formation of varicose veins, so understanding how hormonal changes affect veins can […]
5 of the Most Common Artery and Vein Conditions
Your veins and arteries comprise your entire network of blood flow – arteries sending blood out to your extremities, and veins pulling blood back to the heart. As you might imagine, arteries have a much easier job, as gravity aids your blood to flow to the arms, legs and organs during your normal day sitting […]
10 Do’s and Don’ts for Healthy Veins
Vein health can be tricky – it is not something taught in schools or a concern we are exposed to on a daily basis like obesity, cholesterol or diabetes. However, our veins can be affected by these conditions and play an important role in our overall health and quality of life. It is important to […]
Varicose Veins—They’re Not Just for Your Grandmother
It can be a common misconception that varicose veins affect only older women, mainly grandmothers; but it’s important to note that varicose veins are not just for your grandmother. The truth is that varicose veins can affect just about anyone from younger adolescents and people in their thirties, to men and women in their forties […]
When to See a Doctor About Your Veins
Are your varicose veins getting in the way of your life? Understanding varicose veins and treatments is the first step toward knowing whether you should seek medical help. Often, varicose and spider veins can seem harmless. But there are instances where they can be an indicator of underlying health issues or they can become a […]
Introduction to Sclerotherapy
It is most probable that you have reached this page because you are trying to find a solution for your varicose or spider veins. You have reached the perfect place; here you will learn about sclerotherapy, when to consider it as a treating option and whether or not you are a good candidate. Rather than […]
