by Louise Birkens | May 25, 2018 | Blog, Healthy Legs, Lifestyle Changes for Healthy Veins, Reticular Veins, Treatments, Vein Specialist in Melbourne, Vein Swelling
We’ve already talked about varicose veins and spider veins in the past and have agreed they are both cosmetic as well as medical problems. But there are different types of abnormalities seen in veins and you might not be familiar with them all. With that in mind, let...
by Louise Birkens | May 4, 2018 | Blog, Blood Clots in Legs, How Do You Get Varicose Veins, Varicose Veins
Let’s take a closer look into leaky valves in the great saphenous vein and popliteal vein. Earlier we talked about how leaky valves behind the knee and at the groin are the common causes of the health problem known as varicose veins. It has given us both...
by Louise Birkens | Mar 28, 2018 | Blog, Blood Clots in Legs
We already know that varicose veins can be painful and unsightly. For those that have them, they’re often on your mind when your legs are exposed. Many sufferers wear clothes that conceal them. Some patients have noticed that they can quickly become preoccupied with...
by Louise Birkens | Feb 20, 2018 | Blog, How Do You Get Varicose Veins, Vein Swelling
Leaky valves, particularly at the groin and behind the knee, are a leading cause of varicose veins. These unsightly and sometimes painful veins are often overlooked despite their potential to indicate more serious underlying health issues. Understanding their origin...
by Louise Birkens | Jan 17, 2018 | Blog, Laser Vein Treatment, Varicose Veins
The circulatory system contains an intricate network of blood vessels that distribute oxygen and blood throughout the body. It is what keeps every part of you very much alive, and without adequate supply of needed nutrients, your tissues can begin to deteriorate. Our...