February 10, 2022
Varicose veins are twisted and enlarged veins that usually appear on the legs. They’re often dark purple or blue in color and resemble twisted, bulging cords. While there are potentially many causes, researchers believe they are most often a result of weakened vein walls and valves due to contributing factors like aging, genetics, pregnancy, or […]
January 3, 2022
The veins carry oxygen-depleted blood from the body to the heart, where the heart’s right ventricle sends this blood to the lungs to become re-oxygenated. After the oxygenated blood is brought back to the heart, the arteries transport it throughout the body. This process of blood flow is necessary for healthy functioning of the body. […]
There is a lot of confusion surrounding the dangers of spider veins or varicose veins, and patients are often left wondering which one is more dangerous or severe. While there is not always a clear linear path between the development of these two conditions, they do have different risk factors and similar causes, which makes […]
April 13, 2021
When spider veins appear, they may make you frantic. The small, squiggly purple, red and blue veins develop near the surface of your skin and can affect many parts of your body. When they appear, they can ultimately take a toll on your self-confidence and may prevent you from wearing your favorite clothing. The unsightly […]
April 7, 2021
A year has passed since lockdown restrictions went into effect. The world was in a panic, and what steps we had to take to lessen this virus’s spread were not entirely known. Were masks and hand sanitizer all that was needed? Was self-isolation for some time the right step? These questions were difficult to answer […]
September 22, 2020
The daily life of an American is spent in a seat, whether it be in an office chair, on a bus or train, in the car, or on the couch. It’s not that we are lazy. On the contrary, Americans are working intently at their computers, driving in long commutes and running kids to activities. […]
September 4, 2020
When we think about our veins, how our jobs affect them probably doesn’t cross our minds. Americans spend about one-third of their lives at work, however, and our workplace habits and behaviors follow us home long after we punch out for the day. The amount of time we spend sitting or standing, what we ate […]
August 25, 2020
Your grandparents probably had them. Your parents might have them. Maybe you’ve even noticed those raised, twisted veins making an appearance on your legs. If you don’t have varicose veins, count yourself lucky. An estimated 20% of all adults will be affected by varicose veins at some point, making it a prevalent concern among both […]
August 19, 2020
Many people have heard of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and know the two most important things there are to know about it: DVT can be dangerous and potentially deadly. DVT is a condition where a blood clot forms in one of the deep veins of the lower extremities. At the Vein Center of Florida and […]
December 31, 2019
Traveling for long periods can wreak havoc on the body’s circulatory system. Whether you’re traveling by plane, car or bus, lengthy trips and prolonged periods of inactivity can lead to the formation of blood clots, particularly for those at risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT). In some cases, this condition can cause painful physical […]
