Posted in EVLT, Painful Varicose Veins, Varicose Veins on Apr 28th, 2012
Varicose veins is a condition that affects nearly a quarter of women and eighteen percent of men. In the past, painful surgery was the only option that a person with varicose veins had. Thanks to the advances made in medical technology, there is a non-invasive procedure called Endo-venous laser treatment. What is EVLT? How is [...]
Posted in Spider Veins, Varicose Veins on Mar 27th, 2012
Spider veins are a frustrating sign of physical changes and age. Although they rarely cause any physical discomfort, they point to a need for a better focus on your health. Once you understand what causes spider veins, it is easy to determine what may have caused them and how to keep more from appearing. The [...]
Posted in sclerotherapy, Spider Veins, Varicose Veins on Feb 26th, 2012
Sclerotherapy, or elimination of varicose veins, is performed by injecting a salt solution into veins suffering from vascular malformations. Sclerosing solutions irritate vessel linings, causing blood vessels to shrink and ultimately fade from view as the body naturally consumes these tiny veins. Used by doctors for over 80 years, sclerotherapy is a simple, non-invasive treatment [...]
Posted in Hand Veins, Phlebectomy, sclerotherapy on Jan 24th, 2012
What causes unsightly varicose veins? Unsightly varicose veins in hands and other parts of the body can occur for several reasons. 1) Age – Hand veins may become more noticeable as one ages, and appear more pronounced in warm to hot climates. When the body ages, the layer of fat surrounding the vein begins to [...]
Posted in Ambulatory Hook Phlebectomy, Painful Varicose Veins on Dec 2nd, 2011
Ambulatory phlebectomy – also known as “hook” phlebectomy – is a minimally invasive vein removal procedure that has helped both men and women return to active, healthy lifestyles with virtually no additional scaring or side effects. Compared to more traditional vein stripping methods, an ambulatory phlebectomy is a treatment option that can be performed in-office [...]
Posted in Hand Veins, Phlebectomy on Oct 18th, 2011
As we age,, our skin tends to relax. It naturally thins out and causes veins to appear larger and more noticeable. While this happens all over our bodies, it is more prevalent on the hands. In many cases, the actual veins are still healthy and working properly, but men and women alike opt for a [...]
Posted in sclerotherapy, Varicose Veins on May 17th, 2010
Many people go through their everyday activities with tired, achy, legs. Your legs may be red, swollen and you may even have noticeable varicosities. What you don’t know is that there could be a medical reason why your legs are feeling this way. At Varicose to Perfect a thorough ultrasound is performed on every patient [...]
Posted in Spider Veins on Apr 30th, 2010
Spider veins are a frustrating sign of physical changes and age. Although they rarely cause any physical discomfort, they point to a need for a better focus on your health. Once you understand what causes spider veins, it is easy to determine what may have caused them and how to keep more from appearing. Spider [...]
Posted in Varicose Veins, Venous Disease on Mar 25th, 2010
Unsightly veins that appear just below the surface of the skin, often on the legs and feet can be varicose veins. Varicose veins are caused by pressure from walking and standing. They are the result of faulty valves within the veins. The venous system consists of arteries that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart [...]
Posted in Spider Veins, Varicose Veins, Venous Disease on Feb 28th, 2010
Suffer no longer! Reach out for relief. Many endure the discomfort and humiliation of unsightly veins, unaware that successful, comfortable, minimally invasive treatment options are available. Varicose and spider veins do not go away without treatment, so seeking medical attention is imperative. “Venous disease is greatly underdiagnosed,” says Sukir Sinnathamby, MD. “People should not accept [...]