Does Massage Help Varicose Veins?
Massage therapy is a relaxing way to treat yourself, but surgery is still the most effective treatment for varicose veins. Many patients wonder whether getting a massage could help with the symptoms of varicose veins — or even help the veins heal. Varicose vein sufferers often struggle with legs that itch, throb, cramp, and feel […]
The Worrisome Link Between Varicose Veins and Leg Ulcers
Venous insufficiency is the cause of both varicose veins and leg ulcers. Learn what that means for risks and treatments of both conditions. Varicose veins and leg ulcers are linked by a shared root cause: venous insufficiency. That means that if you experience varicose veins, you are unfortunately more likely to have leg ulcers as […]
Is Varicose Vein Surgery Permanent?
Although vein surgery is often permanent, for some patients, varicose veins can return even after treatment. Today’s therapies for varicose veins are considered safe and effective, yet the twisting, protruding ropes sometimes reappear on the legs and feet years after initial treatment. If you’ve undergone varicose vein treatment only to have them return you may […]
Can Acupuncture Help Venous Insufficiency?
There’s some evidence that acupuncture might be able to offer relief for venous ulcers, varicose veins, and other conditions, but surgery remains the standard effective treatment. In recent years, there has been increased interest in minimally invasive procedures and therapies that can help manage the symptoms of vein-related disorders. One option you may be curious […]
Is It Time for Vein Treatment? Here’s How to Tell.
Not every spider vein or varicose vein requires treatment. But if you could be susceptible to these serious complications, schedule a visit with a vein specialist. Roughly 30 million Americans have varicose veins. For many of these patients, their varicose veins or spider veins may be minor, primarily a cosmetic issue that doesn’t cause overt […]
Vein-Related Groin Pain in Women
Could that pain in your groin be related to your veins? If no other diagnosis has been found, schedule an appointment with a vein specialist. Groin pain in women can be traced to several causes, including abnormalities in the reproductive system, urinary tract, or even the large intestine. If you’ve been experiencing chronic pain in […]
Does Alcohol Negatively Affect the Veins?
Alcohol doesn’t cause varicose veins, but it can damage your overall circulatory system — which includes your veins. Many factors contribute to the development of varicose veins. Some, like poor eating habits and a sedentary lifestyle, can change. Others, like heredity, we cannot. Of all the many risk factors associated with varicose veins, alcohol may […]
The Relationship Between Cycling and Varicose Veins
Don’t put the brakes on your bike rides just because of a few reports of long-distance cyclists developing varicose veins. Quite the contrary — biking is good for your legs. If you have varicose veins, you’ve probably been told to exercise. Exercising stimulates the calf muscles and keeps the blood flowing in the right direction. […]
Should I Try Natural Treatments for Breast Veins?
Many women experience visible, blue veins on their breasts — but these veins can be treated just as effectively as varicose veins in the legs. Noticeable blue veins don’t crop up only on the legs and ankles. For some women, enlarged, visible veins appear on their breasts. Although rarely a sign of an underlying serious […]