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Why We're Concerned About High Blood Pressure

Why We're Concerned About High Blood Pressure
Have you ever wondered why measuring your blood pressure is the first order of business at most medical offices? There are many good reasons why we’re concerned about high blood pressure, and we dive into them here.
Jan 16th, 2025
Here's How Pregnancy Affects Your Vein Health

Here's How Pregnancy Affects Your Vein Health
Your body undergoes some dramatic changes during a pregnancy, and some involve your vascular health. Here, we explore how pregnancy can lead to varicose veins and how we can help.
Jan 1st, 2025
Compression Socks: Can They Help My Leg Veins?

Compression Socks: Can They Help My Leg Veins?

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.
Jan 1st, 2025
Are Your Heart Palpitations Cause for Concern?

Are Your Heart Palpitations Cause for Concern?
All of us experience heart palpitations from time to time — those sensations in your chest that make you aware of your heartbeat. There are times when these palpitations might signal a serious health issue.
Dec 2nd, 2024
an Exercise Get Rid of or Prevent Varicose Veins?

Can Exercise Get Rid of or Prevent 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?
Dec 2nd, 2024

Tips for Flying When You Have 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.
Nov 5th, 2024
The 5 Keys to Optimal Cardiometabolic Health

The 5 Keys to Optimal Cardiometabolic Health
There are systems in your body that need to work together for optimal health — such as the interplay between your cardiovascular system and your hormones. Together, they make up your cardiometabolic health.
Nov 2nd, 2024
Why Does My Bulging Leg Vein Hurt?

Why Does My Bulging Leg Vein Hurt?
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.
Oct 18th, 2024
Why Are Varicose Veins More Common After 40?

Why Are Varicose Veins More Common After 40?
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.
Oct 10th, 2024
We Have Solutions for Your Tough Varicose Veins

We Have Solutions for Your Tough Varicose Veins
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.
Sep 10th, 2024
Why Do I Have Varicose Veins?

Why Do I Have Varicose Veins?
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.
Aug 19th, 2024
4 Tips to Improve Your Cholesterol Numbers Today

4 Tips to Improve Your Cholesterol Numbers Today
Did you know that 90% of heart disease is preventable, and one of the best steps in that direction is to control your cholesterol levels? Here are 4 best practices you can implement today.
Aug 19th, 2024
When Should You Start Seeing a Cardiologist?

When Should You Start Seeing a Cardiologist?
Considering nearly half of adults in the United States have cardiovascular disease, it’s a good idea for everyone to have a cardiologist on their healthcare team. This is even more important for those at higher risk for heart disease.
Aug 6th, 2024
What to Expect During Your Stress Test

What to Expect During Your Stress Test
We want to gather some more information about your cardiovascular function, so we’ve ordered a stress test for you. It would be a good idea to read this brief review on what to expect and how to prepare first.
Jul 8th, 2024
5 Things We Want You to Know About Atrial Fibrillation

5 Things We Want You to Know About Atrial Fibrillation
In an ideal world, your heart beats steadily along, circulating your blood and delivering oxygen. When you have an arrhythmia like atrial fibrillation, this rhythm is off, which can lead to serious complications.
Jul 3rd, 2024
Do Spider Veins Fade Away Over Time?

Do Spider Veins Fade Away Over Time?
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.
Jun 5th, 2024

Are You at Risk for Peripheral Artery Disease?
Did you know that about 80% of cardiovascular disease is preventable? And one of the best prevention tactics is to address your risks. Here, we look at risk factors for peripheral artery disease.
Apr 8th, 2024
Will My Varicose Veins Go Away After a While?

Will My Varicose Veins Go Away After a While?
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.
Apr 1st, 2024

Are Women More at Risk of Heart Disease Than Men?
Does gender matter when it comes to the leading cause of death in the United States — heart disease? In some ways, yes. The gender difference is a complex one, and we review a few key points here.
Mar 11th, 2024

Are You at Risk for Coronary Artery Disease?
The most common form of heart disease in the United States is coronary artery disease, which affects 1 in 20 adults. Do you know whether you’re at risk for this common heart condition?
Mar 11th, 2024
Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
Feb 20th, 2024

Where Did Those Varicose Veins Come From?
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.
Feb 1st, 2024
Why Your Blood Pressure Matters

Why Your Blood Pressure Matters
You’re always hearing about how having high blood pressure is bad, but do you truly understand why we’re so concerned? Here, we get into the effects that hypertension can have on your health.
Jan 5th, 2024
Step Into the New Year Free from Varicose Veins

Step Into the New Year Free from Varicose Veins
Entering a new year is a great time to make some changes. If you’ve been keeping your legs under wraps because of varicose veins, why not make this the year you put them front and center again? We can help.
Dec 1st, 2023
Does Pregnancy Cause Spider Veins?

Does Pregnancy Cause Spider Veins?
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.
Dec 1st, 2023
4 Heart Attack Symptoms in Women

4 Heart Attack Symptoms in Women
Heart disease is an equal opportunity offender, and heart attacks occur in both men and women at fairly similar — and alarming — rates. What isn’t as similar are the symptoms between the genders.
Oct 4th, 2023
Better Understanding Heart Palpitations

Better Understanding Heart Palpitations
Heart palpitations can be a frightening side effect of a heart attack or a perfectly benign result of drinking too much caffeine. Here’s a look at what we want you to know about heart palpitations.
Oct 4th, 2023
Is Chest Pain Always Serious?

Is Chest Pain Always Serious?
From heart attacks to a little indigestion, many different conditions lead to chest pain. If you want to get a better handle on chest pain, and when to take action, read on.
Sep 1st, 2023
Are Varicose Veins a Health Concern?

Are Varicose Veins a Health Concern?
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.
Sep 1st, 2023
Pregnant? Here's How It Can Impact Your Heart Health

Pregnant? Here's How It Can Impact Your Heart Health
When you’re pregnant, your body is taking on considerable extra work, including your cardiovascular system. Here’s a look at some of the heart-related changes in your body and how you can stay healthy.
Aug 1st, 2023
Eat This Instead of That: Heart Health Edition

Eat This Instead of That: Heart Health Edition
There’s a lot of truth to the statement that, “You are what you eat.” Unfortunately, far too many of us aren’t eating the right things to support our heart health. Here’s a look at a few ways to eat your way to better health.
Aug 1st, 2023
Are You at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease?

Are You at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease?
Cardiovascular disease is the primary cause of death in the United States. It’s also preventable in a majority of cases. Addressing your risks for cardiovascular disease is not only smart, it could save your life.
Jul 13th, 2023

How Sex Impacts Your Heart
Few things can get your heart rate up like sexual activity, and you’re concerned that the excitement may be a little too much. The reality of how sex can influence your heart health may surprise you.
Jul 1st, 2023
5 Signs of Peripheral Vascular Disease

5 Signs of Peripheral Vascular Disease
Did you know that nearly half of Americans have cardiovascular disease? Here, we explore one of the more common issues that involves the vascular side of the equation — peripheral vascular disease.
Jun 1st, 2023

You Had a Stroke. Now What?
Every 40 seconds in the United States, someone has a stroke. If this startling statistic includes you, here’s what we want you to know about life after a stroke, starting with the fact that there’s plenty of life after this event.
Jun 1st, 2023
Heart Issues Younger Adults Should Know About

Heart Issues Younger Adults Should Know About
Heart disease, heart attack, stroke — surely these are things you don’t need to worry about for years to come. Whether you’re in your 30s or your 60s, heart health is one area to which you should always pay close attention.
May 1st, 2023
Are Varicose Veins Related to Heart Disease?

Are Varicose Veins Related to Heart Disease?
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.
Apr 1st, 2023
What Is the Link Between Menopause and Spider Veins?

What Is the Link Between Menopause and Spider 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.
Mar 2nd, 2023
Can Varicose Veins Cause Joint Pain?

Can Varicose Veins Cause Joint Pain?
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.
Feb 1st, 2023
Why Does Prolonged Sitting Increase Risk for Varicose Veins?

Why Does Prolonged Sitting Increase Risk for Varicose Veins?
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.
Jan 6th, 2023

Tips for Men Suffering From Varicose Veins
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.
Dec 8th, 2022
Six Hidden Symptoms of Vein Disease

Six Hidden Symptoms of Vein Disease
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.
Dec 1st, 2022
How to Care for Restless Legs

How to Care for Restless Legs
You fall into bed exhausted, and you’re looking forward to getting some much-needed rest. However, your legs have other plans, as uncomfortable sensations prompt you to move them around, preventing you from sleeping.
Nov 1st, 2022
Can Varicose Veins Affect My Sleep?

Can Varicose Veins Affect My Sleep?
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.
Nov 1st, 2022
What Goes Into Executive Cardiac Health Care?

What Goes Into Executive Cardiac Health Care?
The stress and time constraints of being an executive can be considerable, which is why you don’t want to skip a beat in your cardiovascular care. Through executive cardiac health care, we have you covered.
Oct 1st, 2022
Common Causes of Ankle Swelling

Common Causes of Ankle Swelling
You’re noticing that your ankles are less defined and more puffy, and you’re wondering what might be behind the swelling. Well, there are many potential culprits, and we review some of the cardiovascular-related ones here.
Oct 1st, 2022
The Top 5 Heart Disease Risk Factors

The Top 5 Heart Disease Risk Factors
Each year in the United States, at least 200,000 deaths from heart disease or stroke could have been prevented. The first step toward prevention is understanding your risk factors, and we review the most worrisome ones here.
Sep 1st, 2022
Why Women Are More Likely to Develop Varicose Veins

Why Women Are More Likely to Develop Varicose Veins
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.
Aug 1st, 2022
Common Questions About Varicose Vein Treatments

Common Questions About Varicose Vein Treatments
Your legs have developed unwelcome varicose veins, and you want to get rid of them, but you have some questions about the treatments. We shed some light on the treatments and what you can expect.
Aug 1st, 2022
Eight Risk Factors for Venous Insufficiency

Eight Risk Factors for Venous Insufficiency

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.
Jul 1st, 2022
How Does Summer Heat Affect Varicose Veins?

How Does Summer Heat Affect Varicose Veins?
This summer is seeing record high temperatures across the country, including on the East Coast. This type of heat can affect your physical health, including exacerbating existing varicose veins.
Jul 1st, 2022
How Compression Helps Your Varicose Veins

How Compression Helps Your Varicose Veins
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.
Jun 1st, 2022
How Long Does It Take for Varithena® to Work?

How Long Does It Take for Varithena® to Work?
You have varicose veins that you want to get rid of, and you’re researching your options. To help, we’re taking a closer look at Varithena® — how it works and how long before you can debut your smooth legs.
Jun 1st, 2022
Am I a Good Candidate for VeinGogh?

Am I a Good Candidate for VeinGogh?
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.
May 17th, 2022
Tips for Strengthening Your Heart Muscle

Tips for Strengthening Your Heart Muscle
Your heart muscle is like the other muscles in your body—the stronger they are, the better they function. As you can imagine, this is especially important for your heart, which is why we bring you these strengthening techniques.
May 1st, 2022
Say Goodbye to Varicose Veins With VenaSeal

Say Goodbye to Varicose Veins With VenaSeal
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.
Apr 20th, 2022
What Causes Inflamed Heart Muscle?

What Causes Inflamed Heart Muscle?
Myocarditis, or inflammation of the heart muscle, isn’t terribly common, but COVID-19 brought the condition to the fore. Here’s a look at what causes the problem, its symptoms, and whether there’s cause for concern.
Apr 1st, 2022
How to Exercise When You Have Varicose Veins

How to Exercise When You Have Varicose Veins
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.
Mar 1st, 2022
Can I Prevent Peripheral Vascular Disease?

Can I Prevent Peripheral Vascular Disease?
The best way to safeguard your cardiovascular health is to take the steps necessary to prevent disease from developing. The good news is that with conditions like peripheral vascular disease, there are many prevention techniques.
Jan 1st, 2022
How to Recognize Venous Insufficiency

How to Recognize Venous Insufficiency
Leg cramps, swelling, varicose veins — these are some of the symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency. To help you identify this condition, here’s a look at some of the telltale signs that your veins may be struggling.
Dec 1st, 2021
How Emotional Stress Affects Your Physical Health

How Emotional Stress Affects Your Physical Health
The effects emotional stress can have on our mental well-being are almost without limits, but the physical toll that stress can exact is also worth understanding, especially when it comes to your heart health.
Nov 1st, 2021
When Your Chest Pain Needs Medical Attention

When Your Chest Pain Needs Medical Attention
Chest pain can be a very tricky symptom, as there are any number of causes — from a very serious heart-related problem to simple indigestion. Here’s a look at signs your chest pain warrants medical attention.
Sep 1st, 2021

Risk Factors for Heart Attacks
If you want to avoid a heart attack, understanding your risk factors can go far. From your lifestyle habits to your blood pressure levels, there are many aspects of your life that can determine the likelihood of this life-threatening event. Let's find out.
Apr 4th, 2021

Are Palpitations Cause for Concern?
While having your heart skip a beat is a popular metaphor in music, it can be alarming in real life. Heart palpitations are usually harmless, but there are some situations that should prompt you to talk to your doctor.
Mar 3rd, 2021

Is Stress Making Your Hypertension Worse?
Can stress raise your blood pressure? Do relaxation techniques work? Find out how your emotional health plays a role in hypertension, and get answers to your stress-related questions.
Feb 1st, 2021

Are Your Varicose Veins a Sign of Deeper Trouble?
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.
Jan 7th, 2021

The Many Causes of Chest Pain
Chest pain is a common sign of attack, which means it can be terrifying when it strikes. However, many non-emergent conditions can cause chest pain. It’s best to be safe, so you should always see a doctor about chest pain.
Dec 14th, 2020

Who Should Have a Stress Test and How Often?
A stress test is one of the frontline tools for diagnosing cardiovascular problems, allowing you to stay one step ahead of serious heart disease. Here’s a look at when you might benefit from a stress test.
Nov 23rd, 2020
Men touching leg with veins

Men and Varicose Veins
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.
May 3rd, 2022
Doctor touching knee while patient is touching their veins

Vein Treatment Options
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.
May 3rd, 2022
Pregnant woman touching her leg

Varicose Veins and Pregnancy
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.
May 3rd, 2022

Fish Oil
Fish oil, over the counter, is considered a supplement.
Nov 20th, 2020