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The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...
Got a Leg Wound? Could Be a Vein Problem Do you or a close family member have a wound around the ankle that has been there for a while and doesn't appear to be healing? You may be surprised to know that leg vein problems are one of the most...
Parents - don’t neglect your veins If you have kids you know the challenges that come with parenting. Making the right choices and decisions regarding what’s in our kids’ best interests is a full-time job! These challenges have become magnified over the past year; dealing with the pandemic, mask mandates,...
Whether you are a frequent flyer, once-in-a-while traveler, or a flight attendant, you may have found yourself asking whether flying is bad for your veins. Sitting in a stationary position for an extended period of time is not great for vein health. When you are sitting your calf muscles are...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG If you're a man with varicose veins, you're not alone. Vein problems like spider veins and varicose veins affect millions of men across the United States. The good news is that varicose vein treatment has advanced dramatically over the past 20 years, and there are now multiple...
Physician Assistant Spotlight: Kristin Hartman PA-C Your health is important. It’s important to be comfortable that you’re in good hands. Increasingly hospitals, medical clinics and healthcare facilities are turning to physician assistants to streamline and coordinate health care delivery. In today’s medical spotlight we explore the role of physician assistants...
Top 10 reasons to get your veins checked out You might have a vein problem 1. Unexplained leg pain Vein problems commonly cause low-grade aching discomfort in the legs. Many people with vein problems report their legs feel heavy, weak, and tired. Leg symptoms can occur any time of...
And I thought I was just getting old… It’s 3 o'clock in the afternoon and it feels like my body has just run out of steam. I need to sit down, rest and re-group. Just a little break, before I grind out the rest of my day. The weird thing...
Pandemic Wind-Down – Get Your Legs Back Into Gear Many of us have spent the past year dealing with lockdowns, school closures, “social distancing”, and altered work patterns. With all of these changes it has been easy to put health maintenance and medical issues on the back-burner. Thankfully it appears...
Why am I always propping my legs up? Many people with aching, throbbing, heavy legs have no idea that they may be suffering from a common problem with their leg veins. When the veins in your legs aren’t working properly your legs can feel weak and tired, and it may...
Veins Charlotte Blog Met your deductible? Get your Veins Fixed Now Fall is upon us. Reduced humidity, turning leaves, and the knowledge that end-of-year festivities such as Thanksgiving, Halloween, & Christmas are just around the corner. Many of us love fall! The beginning of fall also marks a time where...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG Bleeding varicose veins are a potentially serious problem. Most people know what varicose veins are, but few are aware that veins can rupture and bleed. Varicose veins are enlarged veins located close to the skin surface. Varicose veins often referred to as “varicosities”, can often be...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG Why are my ankles turning brown? What the heck is going on? If you have noticed the skin on your lower leg getting browner than it used to be, you’re not alone. Ankle discoloration is a very common problem. The good news is that the underlying...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG OK, so you've been putting it off. But now it's time to explore things. If you're like many Americans you might have some veins on your legs that have been there for a while. What to do, what to do? For many people with varicose veins,...
Veins Charlotte Blog Do you have painful leg veins? Do you have tender swollen veins in your legs? How do you make vein pain in your leg go away? Varicose veins are a common condition that affects millions of people. Occasionally people can start developing varicose veins as early as...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG Do you have unexplained leg pain? Do you have scattered veins on your legs? This article will explore the ways that varicose veins and vein problems can affect your legs. LEG CIRCULATION ANATOMY (BIG-PICTURE): The pipes that carry oxygen-rich blood to the tissues are called arteries....
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG During the summer months, many of us take long road trips. Whether it's a trip to the beach or a trip to visit relatives you may find yourself spending a few hours sitting in a vehicle. It's generally accepted that sitting in a stationary position for an...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE: Vein problems have plagued humans since the beginning of time. Fortunately, our understanding of vein problems has improved dramatically, and technological advancements have led to a dramatic increase in the number of treatment options available. The first description of varicose veins dates back to 1550(BC),...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG Have your legs recently started to become painful? Have you had varicose veins for a while, but now the veins have become red and tender? Not many people have heard of phlebitis, but it's a common vein condition. Leg phlebitis tends to occur most frequently in people...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG So, you think you might have a vein problem... should you get it fixed? Wouldn't it be nice if you knew some of the treatment options before going in to see the doctor? Well, this article will provide an overview of vein treatments, and describes some of...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG WHAT IS PHLEBITIS? Phlebitis, or inflammation of a vein, is a condition where a leg vein and surrounding tissues have become irritated, red, warm, and tender. In an area of phlebitis, the skin can feel as if there are knots or lumps underneath the skin surface. Phlebitis...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG Varicose veins are common. It’s estimated that 20-40 million people in the United States are affected by venous reflux, the primary cause of varicose veins. Many people with varicose veins are aware that the veins on their legs are sticking out or bulging, but are uncertain whether...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG Over the past couple of decades, things have come a long way in the diagnosis and treatment of vein problems. A high percentage of the population keeps a smartphone within reach. People are highly informed, and a wealth of information is available at your fingertips. This article...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG Hmmm... DO I HAVE A VEIN PROBLEM? A large segment of the adult population experiences aching, cramping, or tired legs. Many people with leg symptoms are unaware they might have a common vein condition, called venous reflux. If you have bulging veins that pop out it’s normally...
VEINS CHARLOTTE BLOG Varicose Veins Removal - Goodbye old-school techniques In the past, vein procedures were primarily based on “saphenous vein stripping”, a surgical procedure that involved tying off and removing the problematic leg vein. Although these procedures were very successful, they involved a trip to an operating room....