Living With Lymphedema
Living With Lymphedema Blog, Lymphedema Lymphedema is chronic swelling in the arms or legs caused by damage to the lymphatic system. One of those conditions that can’t be cured, it must be managed with conservative treatments to prevent complications like skin breakdown or infections. Here are the basics about lymphedema from Dr. Chris Pittman of […]
Choosing a Vein Doctor for the Treatment of Varicose Veins
Choosing a Vein Doctor for the Treatment of Varicose Veins Blog, Varicose Veins, Vein Treatment Nobody Likes Varicose Veins If you are having issues with varicose veins, you know just how problematic they can be. First of all, nobody really likes the way that they look. Dark, spindly, and often bulging, varicose veins can […]
Vein Treatment Using Compression Stockings
Vein Treatment Using Compression Stockings Blog, Vein Treatment If you have varicose veins or spider veins, a number of different types of vein treatment can help remove the problem veins and can help you feel more comfortable. Although a medical treatment such as sclerotherapy or laser treatment can effectively remove the veins, the timing might […]
Treatment Options for Lymphedema
Treatment Options for Lymphedema Blog, Lymphedema, Vein Treatment In simple terms, lymphedema is the disruption or a blockage of your lymph fluid flow causing it to build up in the layer of tissue you have that is under your skin. This leads to severe swelling and pain. Two potential triggers of this condition have been […]
Compression Socks for Vein Treatment
Compression Socks for Vein Treatment Blog, Vein Treatment How Do Your Graduated Compression Hose Work? Your legs have many veins or tubes which return blood to your heart. When your venous tubes are compressed by your graduated compression hose your blood moves faster back to your heart which has many medical and even athletic performance […]
How to Use Compression To Treat Leg Swelling
How to Use Compression To Treat Leg Swelling Blog, Swollen Legs, Vein Treatment Leg swelling, or edema in the legs, is something that thousands upon thousands of people face. It is the abnormal accumulation of fluid underneath of the skin, and commonly affects the circulation of fluid of the feet, ankles, and legs. This excess […]
Why Do People Get Restless Leg Syndrome
Why Do People Get Restless Leg Syndrome Blog, Restless Leg Syndrome Restless Leg Syndrome, or RLS, is a type of neurological disorder that can be characterized by different sensations in your legs that are unpleasant and uncontrollable. Although not typically painful, it can be overwhelming at times where you have an almost unavoidable urge to […]
What is Lymphedema?
What is Lymphedema? Blog, Lymphedema This condition often takes patients by surprise. It might be present at birth or develop after surgery or another treatment such as radiation for cancer. The leading cause of lymphedema in the legs is untreated chronic venous insufficiency, and often “hidden” varicose veins, that lead to “secondary” lymphedema and persistent […]
Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers: A Worldwide Medical Tourism Destination
Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers: A Worldwide Medical Tourism Destination News, Vein Center Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers Gets Recognized Vein911® Vein Treatment Centers Tampa Vein Treatment Center is humbled by the attention we’ve been getting around the globe. We’re excited to be a part of the trend: Medical Tourism on the Rise. Thank you Central Florida […]
Pregnancy & Varicose Veins: Tips on How To Prevent Them
Pregnancy & Varicose Veins: Tips on How To Prevent Them Blog, Varicose Veins Pregnancy is one of the major causes of varicose veins. The combination of hormonal changes, increased blood volume, and changes in the way the blood flows through the body during pregnancy make it more likely for many women to develop a problem […]