Laser light therapy has been a very effective procedure to ease the symptoms of many vein issues. Laser light therapy uses a specialized device to apply laser energy and/or light to the treatment area. This procedure is very effective in reducing unsightly veins, especially in […]
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–TRANSCRIPT– Heaviness Heaviness in the legs is usually caused by a dysfunction of the vascular system, which results in swelling or edema and added weight to the legs. This added weight can make your legs feel more “full” and tired. Some describe the feeling as
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A recent study from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California analyzed a database of patients at a vein clinic who presented with active venous ulcers. The time period was between March 2007 to May 2014. The study wanted to determine
Photo By Enter – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=49552419 At St. Louis Laser Lipo and Vein, we are often asked about the benefits of wearing compression stockings and garments. Of course, many of our vein patients are advised to wear compression stockings for the relief
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If you are suffering from varicose veins, you may be feeling effects such as achy or heavy feeling legs. And unfortunately, if you have a job that has you standing or sitting for long periods of time, you may be at risk of making
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Often, many people may not completely understand venous reflux disease. It can become a serious condition, and here are a few facts that may help you understand the disease. What is Venous Reflux Disease? Venous reflux disease happens in the veins
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It is important to understand that many diseases of the arteries and veins cause no symptoms until a potentially deadly problem develops. These problems arise because of the importance of veins and arteries to the circulation of the blood. Arteries send oxygen-rich blood from
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Are you wondering what reticular veins are and if you may be affected by them? The following will provide information about these veins and how they may affect your health. What are Reticular Veins? Reticular veins are small, flat veins that are usually blue-green in
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The month of March is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month. This is a health initiative whose point is to raise awareness of this often common medical condition and the potentially serious complications, including pulmonary embolism, which can be fatal. According to statistics from
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–TRANSCRIPT– All About Deep Vein Thrombosis Deep Vein Thrombosis is the term for a blood clot (also called a thrombus) found in deep leg, pelvic or arm veins. Caused by untreated varicose veins, a lack of exercise, and sometimes surgery or injury. Deep vein
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