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Ambulatory phlebectomy (microphlebectomy) for visible varicose veins: What’s the best way to get rid of the bulging, unsightly, painful varicose veins? The answer is simple: surgically remove them in an outpatient procedure that takes about an hour. You’ll walk out of our doors minus your problem veins—it’s just that easy. You’ll be able to continue…

Does genetics influence varicose veins? Does genetics influence varicose veins? The short answer is “yes.” Having a family history of varicose veins is one of the biggest risk factors for developing them yourself. If, for instance, you’ve got one parent with varicose veins there’s about a 40% chance that you’ll be affected. If both of you…

Treating varicose veins safely with medical adhesive “superglue” The VenaSeal vein glue system For greater than 15 years, varicose veins have been successfully treated using two minimally invasive techniques. The first and most widely used is radiofrequency ablation (RF). The second is endovenous laser therapy (EVLT). Although both RF and EVLT treatments are effective and…

Recognizing Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) Chronic venous insufficiency is a common physical condition that can present itself in a variety of different ways. Probably the most recognized symptom of CVI is the development of varicose veins. Chronic venous insufficiency can affect all age groups. It is ten times more prevalent than Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).…

Duplex Venous Ultrasound Duplex venous ultrasound (also known as a venous reflux exam) is a non-invasive imaging tool that can be used to assess vein function. It locates and evaluates if your blood is flowing in the wrong direction (also called venous reflux) and ensures that there are no other vein-related conditions such as blood…

A Succinct Overview of the Treatment for Varicose Veins The presence of varicose veins is a common medical condition when the veins under the skin bulge and develop a rope-like appearance. Varicose veins most often occur in the legs. The condition can occasionally cause discomfort and/or painful aches. Over the next few minutes we will…

Who is at-risk for restless legs syndrome? Around 1 in 10 of the American population suffer from restless legs syndrome. Restless legs syndrome does not discriminate between men and women. The symptoms may start to present themselves at any age (infants and young children may even be affected). About 2% to 5% of sufferers are…

Managing  Symptoms of Varicose Veins Regardless of which risk factors you can or can’t control, you can still take action. The following self-care suggestions for Managing  Symptoms of Varicose Veins can help you manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life. Elevating Your Legs Varicose veins form when the one-way valves inside your veins become…

Hand Rejuvenation Pittsburgh PA Hand Rejuvenation Pittsburgh PA is done best at our Vein Center! AGING IS A PROCESS WHICH AFFECTS THE ENTIRE BODY, NOT JUST THE FACE. THIS MOST CERTAINLY INCLUDES THE HANDS, WHICH ARE AN EXTREMELY VISIBLE AND OFTEN UNDER-TREATED AREA IN TERMS OF SKIN REJUVENATION. IF YOU’RE SPENDING THE TIME AND MONEY TO…