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Often unsightly and sometimes uncomfortable, varicose veins affect over 30 million adults in the United States. Find out how a simple in-office procedure called VenaSeal™ can help you get rid of unwanted varicose veins for good.

You’ve decided to treat your varicose veins, and you’re exploring your options. At our Vein Institute, we offer the most effective and innovative tools for eliminating varicose veins, and we review them here.

Summer is around the corner, and you want to be ready with legs that are free of varicose veins. The good news is that our vein treatments are quick and easy, and we get into a little more detail here.

The most common vein issues in your lower legs are varicose and spider veins, which are two very separate issues. Here, we get into a few of the key differences between spider veins and varicose veins.

The odds are very good that the 40 million Americans who have varicose veins have one or more of the risk factors associated with this condition. Here, we get into some of the risk factors.

We spend a good deal of time talking about removing varicose veins, so we wanted to step back and look at the science behind these pesky blood vessels. Here’s how varicose veins come to life.

You’ve heard that compression socks can provide you with some great benefits when it comes to the circulation in your legs, and you want to know more. We’ve got you covered in this blog post.

As you run around making sure everyone in your circle gets the right gifts this holiday season, why not treat yourself to something you’ve long wanted — legs that are free from varicose veins?

Did you know that, with every step you take, you’re activating your “second heart,” which helps to move blood out of your legs and back up to your heart? So, does this mean you can exercise away varicose veins?

Aside from being a cosmetic nuisance, varicose veins often indicate a circulatory issue that can flare when you fly. So, if you have varicose veins, it’s a sign that you should take a few extra steps on long hauls.

If the appearance of bulging, ropey blood vessels on your legs wasn't enough to grab your attention, perhaps some of the symptoms of varicose veins will. Here, we review a few of these hard-to-ignore side effects.

You have a leg vein that’s not only bulging in an unsightly way, it’s also a source of discomfort, if not downright pain. Painful varicose veins are not uncommon, and we get into why this complication can develop.

With each decade, the aging process becomes a little more evident, especially when you hit your 40s and beyond. While there are many risk factors for varicose veins, age is certainly a big one, and we explore the connection here.

When veins start bulging through the surface of your skin, you wonder whether there’s cause for worry. In many cases, varicose veins are more cosmetically concerning, but they can also point to more serious health issues.

There’s a harsh reality when it comes to varicose veins — once they take up residence on your legs, they’re not going anywhere. Unless you come see us for a quick-and-easy vein treatment, that is.

It seemed to pop up out of nowhere, but you now have a varicose vein (or two) on your legs, and you’re wondering where they came from. Here, we take a look at a few of the more common causes of these pesky veins.

You have a most unwelcome web of spider veins on one or both of your legs, and you’re hoping that time will take care of them. Well, you may be waiting for a very long time as spider veins can be stubborn.

Your once-smooth legs now feature a bulging, ropey vein or two, and you're hoping that this unwelcome arrival will fade away. Unfortunately, once varicose veins form, they’re mostly there to stay unless you get treatment.

You look down at your legs and frown — they used to be smooth, but now there’s a lumpy vein or two that’s wiggling across the surface. If you want to know where they came from and what to do next, read on.

The effects that pregnancy can have on a woman’s body, both in the short- and long-term, are considerable. Included in this are spider veins, which leave lasting reminders on your legs about your pregnancy journey.

Your once-smooth legs now host a colorful display of veins, and you’d like to turn back the clock. Well, your wish is just a few injections away thanks to Asclera®, which we offer at our Vein Institute.

Like millions of others, varicose veins have taken up residence on your legs and you’re wondering if you should be concerned about their unwelcome appearance. The answer is a short maybe, with a longer explanation.

Varicose veins and heart disease share one thing in common — they both fall under cardiovascular issues — but that’s where their similarities end. Here’s a look at why varicose veins aren’t a sign of heart disease.

Being overweight can lead to a wide range of health complications, and we’re adding varicose veins to the long list. Here’s a look at how carrying extra pounds can increase your risk for developing varicose veins.

Did you know that half of women develop spider veins? And the risks for these veins tend to increase as women grow older and pass through menopause. Here’s a look at the direct, and indirect, connection.

You’ve developed varicose veins in your lower legs, and the joints in the area are feeling a little achy. Is the joint discomfort somehow related to the presence of the varicose veins? Let’s take a look.

You’re none too pleased with those ropey, bulging veins on your lower legs from a cosmetic perspective, but you're worried whether varicose veins signal a larger cardiovascular issue. Let’s take a closer look.

It’s said that “sitting is the new smoking” when it comes to negatively impacting your health, and there are some good arguments that support this. Among them is the fact that prolonged sitting places you more at risk for varicose veins.

Getting good sleep has been challenging because of restless legs that are keeping you up at night. There’s a good chance that the problem may be vascular-related, in which case vein treatments are the best solution.

While varicose veins may develop more often in women, it doesn’t mean that men are immune from this issue. Far from it. Millions of men in the United States have varicose veins, and here’s what they should know.

Problems in your legs with no apparent cause can often be traced back to issues with your vascular health. Here, we take a look at six symptoms that develop in your legs and how they may be related to your cardiovascular health.

While most varicose veins aren’t serious, some can become problematic and (*spoiler alert*) can affect how you sleep. Here, we look at how you can get a good night’s rest if varicose veins interfere with your sleep.

Approximately one-third of adults in the United States develop varicose or spider veins, but women outpace men by two to one. Why do varicose veins favor women over men? We explore the answers here.

You may not have heard of venous insufficiency, but it’s the primary driver of varicose and spider veins in your legs. Here’s a look at eight factors that place you more at risk for developing venous insufficiency.

Whether you’ve already developed varicose veins or you want to prevent them from forming in the first place, we need to talk about compression. Here’s a look at how compression can help with your varicose veins.

Your once-smooth legs look more like a roadmap thanks to tiny, wandering veins that have come to the surface. They’re called spider veins, and the good news is that there’s a quick and easy solution for clearing them away.

Men can get varicose veins too and it’s totally normal! While mostly associated with women, this vein condition is actually very common in men, particularly as they get older. Venous insufficiency is a men’s health issue that can and should be treated.

Treatment options for varicose veins vary greatly, from daily life changes to complete vein removal. Do not try to self-diagnose your veins, as a misdiagnosis can lead to more confusion and unsafe practices.

While pregnancy brings about many beautiful changes, it also puts immense stressors on the body, often resulting in permanent changes. While women’s bodies are often able to heal after six months to a year after childbirth.

At best, varicose veins are unsightly, but at worst, they can make exercising very uncomfortable. Here’s a look at why you should exercise despite problematic veins — and how to go about it.

Your once-smooth legs now feature large, bulging veins. While you’re dismayed by the cosmetic effect, you also wonder if they're a health concern. Varicose veins aren’t immediately dangerous, but they should give you pause.

Your once-smooth legs have developed webs of tiny, spindly veins, and you wonder where they came from. We explore your risk factors for these pesky spider veins as well as what we can do about them.

Varicose veins can be bothersome to look at, but they can also cause bothersome medical symptoms and lead to complications if they’re left untreated. Seeking the care you need before your veins worsen can go a long way.