Although February is the shortest month of the year, it still falls in the middle of winter. Less sunlight and cold temperatures make it less than desirable to go outside. While those with varicose veins may be pleased to have an extra incentive to hide their legs, the frigid weather may worsen the vein health …
As the temperature drops, many people seek ways to protect themselves from the elements this winter. While you may not realize it, you must still protect your vein health during the cold weather months. A little-known fact about vein health is that rapidly falling temperatures can affect your circulation. Taking the necessary precautions this winter …
Summertime is when we all want to get outside, let our skin breathe, and have fun. When you have spider veins, it can make you self-conscious of your appearance, ruin your self-esteem and keep you from enjoying social functions. Understanding what causes spider veins and how to treat them is crucial to enjoying the rest …
Maintaining proper circulation is one of the major keys to having a fully functional, healthy body. At the Vascular Institute of Virginia, we understand how important veins are to your circulation, and overall health. Good circulation ensures that your body gets both the nutrients and oxygen it needs to keep your organs thriving. As you …
If you are suffering from varicose veins, you are not alone! Varicose veins are common, and not usually medically threatening. They can, however, cause discomfort. Fortunately, there are several treatment options available to you. What Are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins occur when the blood pressure in the veins increases. The increased pressure causes the veins …
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Venous insufficiency is a condition in which the veins have problems sending blood from the legs back to the heart. In a healthy vascular system, the veins that are deeper in the leg work with help from the calf muscles to pump blood up and out of the legs. Venous insufficiency is an indicator that …
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Varicose veins are the bulging, ropy veins that people associate primarily with their unattractive appearance. There is more to this form of venous insufficiency, though. Varicose veins form because valves in the legs become weak. These valves are essential to the upward movement of blood from the legs back to the heart. Just why some …
According to statistics, about 40 percent of adults in America have chronic venous insufficiency. This is the most significant underlying cause for spider veins and varicose veins. To have chronic venous insufficiency means that the valves in some of your veins are non functioning as they should. The valves should close after blood passes through …
We don’t think about our veins very much, or the arteries that carry blood to the body. We don’t do this because we don’t have to. The vascular system typically operates without any assistance from us. At least not in the way we may think. It is important to gain awareness around the vascular system …
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Our vascular system is designed for specific functions. The heart beats oxygenated blood into the arteries. The arteries, like a hose, pour blood into the body. The blood is returned to the heart through a matrix of veins. Veins differ from arteries in that they have one-way valves. These are not necessary in the arteries …
