Vein Treatment Results: Legs that look and feel better
Many people wonder if they should receive treatment for their varicose veins, or just live with them. For most, the primary motivation is to improve the way their legs look and feel. Varicose veins cause symptoms of discomfort in the legs, which can range from mild to severe. Most people complain of any combination of heaviness, aching, tiredness, throbbing, burning, itching, cramping, restlessness and/or swelling. Some […]
Leg Ulcers and Vein Treatment
Until recently, patients suffering from venous leg ulcers were told to wear compression stockings and elevate their legs whenever possible. Now, recent advances in minimally invasive laser vein treatment offer improved long lasting options without the need for endless wraps, lotions, or Unna boots. Venous ulcers are wounds or open sores on the lower extremities, […]
Are you Being Overcharged for Vein Treatment?
South Florida is a wonderful place to live, offering year-round outdoor weather and sports, a wonderful nightlife and a very diverse population. And with our wide range of residents comes a large spectrum of vein problems, which is why there are so many “vein clinics” and “Phlebology” offices throughout the tri-county area. With such a […]
THE VENEFIT PROCEDURE MAY BE RIGHT FOR YOU
Varicose veins aren’t something to ignore. They should be treated, because they can become more serious in the future if they’re ignored. Rather than take the risk of developing further problems, you may want to talk with a vascular surgeon about what he or she can do for you. Among your options is the Venefit […]
Conservative Treatment for Varicose Veins
The Role of Conservative Treatment in Treating Vein Disease Once a vein has become dilated or bulging, or a varicose vein, it will not return to a normal state and must be treated. In the event that you present with either cosmetic or symptomatic venous concerns, your first step should always be conservative treatment for […]
Pregnancy & Varicose Veins
Preventing varicose veins during pregnancy: While heredity is the number one cause of vein disease, pregnancy and its related hormonal fluctuation and other related factors are key contributors to the development of varicose veins and vein disease in women. As veins are the blood vessels that return blood from the extremities to the heart, the blood in your leg veins […]
Exercise after spider vein treatment
No need for a long-term pause in your exercise program after treatment Spider veins, though pesky and unattractive, are easily treated in the comfort of my Boca Raton vein center. Many of our physically active patients are hesitant to schedule treatments, though, as they don’t want to interrupt their various exercise and training programs. However, […]
What is Micro-Phlebectomy?
The Role of Ambulatory Micro-Phlebectomy Also known as Micro-Phlebectomy or Ambulatory Phlebectomy, this procedure is performed in the comfort of a vein center under local anesthesia only. This procedure is typically performed after the patient undergoes an Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA) to “close” the internal diseased vein that is causing the noticeable varicosities. We then remove the bulging veins by first making […]
Restless Leg Syndrome: What You Need to Know
Help for Restless Leg Syndrome Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) affects 10-15% of Americans, and is characterized by the irresistible urge to move one’s legs to stop uncomfortable or odd sensations. A patient’s legs become uncomfortable when lying down or sitting – some describe it as a “creeping, tingling or burning” sensation. Moving the legs helps […]
Insurance Coverage for Vein Treatment
Vein Treatment: Covered by Insurance? Because insurance providers don’t cover ALL vein treatment, there is often confusion regarding which treatment(s) they do cover. Insurance companies consider varicose veins to be a medically necessary problem when complications such as clotting, bleeding or skin changes have already developed from them, or when they cause symptoms such as […]