Actively performing these exercises along with wearing the compression garments will always reduce aching and pain in the legs, reduce tiredness and leg fatigue, may reduce leg cramping and restlessness (at night) and reduce ankle and leg swelling. Especially if you experienced swelling in your legs, you should be eager to get started on these … Continue reading
Varicose veins alone are relatively harmless, though they can cause minor problems in no time. But do you know that a leg elevation pillow can help the treatment of your varicose veins? Varicose veins, also referred to as varicoses, occur when veins become dilated, enlarged, and overfilled with blood. It typically appears swollen and has … Continue reading
Venous surgeon Professor Mark Whiteley explains all you need to know about varicose veins and how they’re affected by exercise What are varicose veins? Varicose veins are swollen bulging veins that usually occur on the legs and around the ankles, though they can be found on the thighs, calves and sometimes in intimate areas around … Continue reading
People have become concerned about the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) during long air flights or long journeys by bus, car or train following the press reports about occasional deaths due to fatal pulmonary embolism. The below information explains about DVT and pulmonary embolism (PE) risk, identify people who may be at increased risk … Continue reading
Dr Marek Sepiolo trained in echotherapy (HIFU) for varicose veins HIFU (High Intensity Focused Ultrasound) or echotherapy is the revolutionary new way to treat varicose veins. Therapeutic ultrasound is targeted to the diseased vein to treat, shrink and close it… Continue reading
Varicose (derived from the Latin root “varix” which means twisted) simply means swollen… Continue reading
Here are some tips from Dr. Sepiolo on how to reduce the appearance of varicose and spider veins! Risks factors for the development of varicose veins include family history, pregnancy, and lack of mobility, specifically prolonged standing… Continue reading