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30 million people in the United States live with chronic venous insufficiency. Around 150,000 new people are diagnosed every year(1). Chances are that someone you know has this condition – or that someone may even be you! Chronic venous insufficiency may be known for its symptoms: leg swelling, skin changes, and discomfort. But chronic venous […]

Two of the most common ailments are peripheral arterial disease and chronic venous insufficiency. Millions of people worldwide live with these diseases. Both diseases involve the blood vessels. But: do you know the key differences between PAD and CVI? This post discusses signs, symptoms, and treatment options for both PAD and CVI. This is a

If you’ve ever felt swelling of body parts seemingly out of nowhere, it can be both uncomfortable and frustrating. One of the common causes of this swelling is lymphedema.  Lymphedema manifests in different ways. It can even impact your vein health and, in turn, your physical well-being.  In this post, we’ll discuss the causes, symptoms,

Venous UlcersIn this article, we’ll discuss one of the most difficult and uncomfortable vein conditions: venous ulcers. Venous ulcers, sometimes called leg ulcers, occur in up to 3 in 1000 people. Most patients are older(1). And this condition is stubborn! Only 60% of these ulcers heal after 12 weeks. After healing, most experience the return

About one-third of adults live with varicose veins(1). “Easy” remedies for this common condition can be found all over the World Wide Web. Many places claim they have a special varicose veins cream that will improve the appearance of dark-colored veins and relieve symptoms. It’s accessible, easy to buy online, and promises great results (and

We sometimes feel fidgety sitting in the same place for too long and may feel the urge to move our legs.  But this urge is more than that for up to one-tenth of adults. This urge can become a nuisance. They may suffer from restless legs syndrome. Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a chronic limb

Most people have experienced a muscle cramp at some point in their lives. They often stem from exercise, dehydration, or premenstrual syndrome. But one particularly bothersome type is nocturnal leg cramps. This condition, sometimes called rest cramps, affects millions of people. Up to 37% of the population experience nocturnal leg cramps(1). Nocturnal leg cramps are

Maybe you suffer from pain, cramps, and discomfort in your lower legs, have “spider veins, ” or your legs are developing a “leathery” texture. Does this sound like you? You might be experiencing the beginnings of venous insufficiency. Nearly 2.5 million people experience venous insufficiency in the United States, according to the American Heart Association.

Do you have varicose veins? You’re not alone: 30% of adults in developed countries live with this condition(1). For some, varicose veins are a cosmetic problem. For others, they might be a sign of a more serious disease.  Normally, veins are not very visible. But when we develop varicose veins, they begin to bulge. The