by VTC - CA | Jun 24, 2023 | Varicose Vein
Can You Erase or Reduce Varicose Veins with Exercise? Does exercise help varicose veins vanish? To understand whether exercise treats varicose veins, it’s helpful to know what causes them. Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that bulge beneath the skin. They...
by VTC - CA | Jun 18, 2023 | Varicose Vein
What Makes a Vein Stretch and Protrude During Pregnancy? Pregnancy is a common time to develop varicose veins. That’s because multiple things about pregnancy influence the size of your veins. Book an appointment with our California vein doctors to learn how to prevent...
by VTC - CA | Apr 13, 2023 | Varicose Vein
1. Determine What Doctor to See for Vein Problems Varicose veins are common, and some don’t become problematic. But most patients experience a range of mild to severe symptoms with varicose veins. These include swelling, cramping, itching, pain, restlessness, and...
by VTC - CA | Mar 9, 2023 | Varicose Vein
How Does Vein Anatomy Become Varicose? A vein’s anatomy involves three layers. The innermost layer of many veins is lined with valves that close once blood flows through, to keep blood moving toward the heart. If these valves fail, which is a common occurrence in leg...
by VTC - CA | Mar 9, 2023 | Varicose Vein
Do Varicose Veins Cause Pain or Discomfort? Varicose veins can be asymptomatic. But many people experience one or more uncomfortable symptoms with varicose veins. This is particularly true if the patient has Chronic Venous Insufficiency, which is a common cause of...
by VTC - CA | Mar 3, 2023 | Varicose Vein
Is Treatment for Varicose Veins Worth the Investment? Vein stripping surgery was once a common treatment for varicose veins. But most patients are now better suited to minimally invasive varicose vein treatment. These procedures are outpatient and don’t require...
