Empire Vein Specialists Blog

When looking back at medical history, it becomes clear that we are living in the Golden Age of varicose vein treatment. Only in very recent years have the primary treatment methods evolved from major invasive surgery to what is classified as minimally invasive. This is a significant advantage for the health, safety, and recovery of vascular patients.

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The wide variety of factors that contribute to an increased risk for getting varicose veins and spider veins include genetics, health, and behavior. While you cannot prevent varicose veins there are things you can do to minimize your risk of acquiring the disease.

The treatment of varicose veins goes back to at least 400 B.C., the time of Hippocrates, the Father of
Medicine. The pain, discomfort, and unsightly appearance have all been factors in pursuing treatment of
the vascular disease which commonly occurs near the surface of the skin in legs.

The flow of blood throughout the body is an essential and delicate system responsible for nourishing tissues from head to toe. Any threat to regular blood flow has the potential to disrupt normal activities, cause pain, or create critical health issues. The formation and presence of blood clots is one of these widely recognized threats.

Statistics show approximately 45 percent of men suffer from venous disease, a condition that can cause restless legs, aching and fatigue of the legs, and other uncomfortable symptoms.

Varicose vein problem can be successfully treated using one of the advanced techniques such as VenaSeal or ClosureFast. These techniques avoid the need for aggressive surgery. In any case, a varicose vein treatment will require some preparation beforehand to ensure a safe and effective procedure.

Varicose veins are diseased or abnormal blood vessels that have become dilated and swollen. These large, bulging veins are usually seen in the legs.
They are typically red or purple in color, and run through the length of the legs, just under the skin surface. Varicose veins can affect anyone, but are more commonly seen in women in the age group of 30 to 70.

Varicose veins are a common problem for women, but may also occur in some men. During the initial consultation, the vein specialist will carefully examine and diagnose the varicose vein problem. They will evaluate the patient’s medical and family history to determine the underlying cause of the occurrence of the diseased veins.