Many factors can contribute to the formation of varicose veins. One surprising factor is a person's height. Being tall is tied to higher odds of varicose veins, believe it or not. Learn more about this and what you can do to improve your vascular health from The Vein Centre. More than 30 million people [...]
Do you feel unlucky to have developed spider veins? Well, we have good news! Let’s talk about the best ways to reduce and remove spider veins that range from natural treatments to procedural. You won't need the luck of the Irish this St. Patrick's day if you follow these tips for vein health. What [...]
Have you noticed veins starting to show in your hands? It happens to many people and can signify age. If you are looking to improve the appearance of your hands by reducing hand veins The Vein Centre in Williamson County, TN, can help. Learn more about the causes of hand veins showing on the surface [...]
Winter months can mean a lot for the health of your veins, good and bad. During hot summer months, you may be experiencing pain and swelling from the heat and the inability to get treatment. Summer means shorts, outdoor activities, and having your veins on display. Here are some tips on how to use winter [...]
A common misconception many people have is that vein treatments are just for women. This thought may be due to women having vein health problems after pregnancy or the desire many women have to get rid of varicose veins or spider veins, cosmetically. The truth is, though, that vein issues can happen in men and [...]
Vacation season is here in the United States! And with vacations come a handful of circumstances that go against managing healthy veins. Between travel to visit family, holiday stress, and seasonal foods you wouldn't normally eat, your vascular system can get put through the wringer. If you have a diagnosis of varicose veins, spider veins, [...]
When dealing with vein disease, knowing what doctor you should be seeing will significantly improve the success of your vein treatment. Not all doctors are the same many have not completed the same level of certifying examination. Most vein doctors fall into 1 of 3 subgroups that each have varying qualifications: Board Certified Vascular Surgeon, [...]
You may think medical ultrasounds relate only to pregnancy, but they are crucial for so many other health care uses, as well. October is Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month geared toward educating the public about the different applications of this procedure and celebrating the technicians in this field of work. Routine vein and artery checks are, [...]
Have you heard of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)? Well, the month of September is dedicated to raising awareness of this circulatory disease. PAD Awareness Month will increase national knowledge about the disease to improve access to the screenings and treatments. This disease affects 1 in 20 Americans over age 50. What is Peripheral Artery Disease [...]
What is a vascular lab? The first thing you need to understand is what a certified vascular lab is and what procedures they perform. A vascular lab deals with veins and arteries. They can administer a variety of tests and screenings to identify disease that may affect blood flow through the body. Certified surgeons can [...]
