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 […]
Why do my legs ache more at night?
Do you notice your varicose vein symptoms getting worse towards the end of the day? As you are trying to sleep you may feel excruciatingly painful cramping and soreness in your lower extremities. This is due to the presence of varicose veins. Symptoms of varicose veins in the legs: Cramping Swelling Heaviness Aches and pains […]
Can Varicose Veins Burst?
You may wonder if the bulging veins in your legs can instantly pop, and the answer to that question is yes, but the likelihood of that happening is slim. In very severe cases of vein disease, your legs may swell up due to the excessive pressure that is being placed on them, causing them […]
The Effect of Caffeine on Varicose Veins
Many people enjoy a fresh cup of coffee first thing in the morning, and often throughout the day as a pick-me-up. For generations caffeine has been a staple used to wake people up. However, this bears the question, can drinking too much caffeine affect your venous health? How Does Coffee Affect Your Health? Caffeine has […]
What Are Spider Veins
Are you noticing small red or blue web-like veins appearing under the surface of your legs? They are not varicose veins, and they are not highly-pigmented regular veins either, in fact they are spider veins. Causes and Symptoms The main cause of developing spider veins is heredity. If spider veins are in your family […]
Can my Veins go away Without Treatment?
At-home treatment myths It may seem that as quickly as your varicose veins appeared, they can also disappear on their own. Unfortunately, this is not the case! Varicose veins will not go away without treatment, and it is in fact better to get your legs treated as soon as they become an issue as the […]
Does Botox help to remove Varicose Veins?
It may seem like an easy solution to remove your varicose veins but think twice before you try Botox injections as a treatment option. There are numerous treatment options to remove varicose veins. A common misconception about treating the condition includes using Botox to remove the veins. Unfortunately, it is a myth that Botox is […]
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