Are You at Risk for Deep Vein Thrombosis While Traveling?

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: September 30, 2016

It is that time of the year again! The holiday season is upon us! Many of you will begin making your travel plans to visit with family and friends. We just wanted to remind you of the dangers of deep vein thrombosis while traveling. It is something that is avoidable and we encourage you to

Reduce Swelling in Your Legs with These Tips

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: September 4, 2016

Swelling of the legs, technically called edema, can be very uncomfortable, even painful at times. This is especially true during the hot summer months here in Florida. Edema can be caused by many factors including lifestyle choices and vein disease in the legs. Obesity, smoking, certain medications, lack of physical exercise and some diseases can

Signs of Heart Failure

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: August 16, 2016

Do you know the signs of heart failure? Early recognition is crucial to receiving timely treatment and preventing further deterioration. If you or someone you know has more than one of the symptoms below, reach out to a cardiologist for an evaluation. • Shortness of breath: this can occur when the heart has a difficult

PAD: What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: July 29, 2016

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is a serious condition concerning the narrowing of the arteries leading to your extremities (peripheral areas of the body). Most of the time PAD affects the legs, but it can also affect the arms, head, and stomach. PAD is caused by atherosclerosis, a blocking of the arteries to major areas of

Methods to Rid You of Varicose Veins

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: July 7, 2016

Let’s get rid of those unsightly varicose veins! Everyone likes to look their best and having those blue or red squiggly, ropy veins snaking up your leg is not attractive. It is a sign of illness and no one likes to give the appearance that they are sickly. It is an indication that something is

Why is Blood Pressure Important to Check?

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: June 29, 2016

Every time that your heart beats, it pushes your blood throughout your entire body. The blood pushes against the walls of your arteries as it rushes to supply your body with oxygen and nourishing nutrients. This pressure against the walls is referred to as your blood pressure. If your blood pressure is too high, it

Are You at Risk for Heart Failure?

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: May 23, 2016

Heart failure, even in the name alone, is scary. That your heart can fail, or give out, is something to be taken very seriously. Everyone’s heart will weaken a bit as they age, but lifestyle factors are indicative of how severe and quickly this weakening can manifest. Heart failure is usually associated with other conditions

How a Nutritionist Can Help Your Health

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: May 16, 2016

The choices of foods are plentiful. But, that can sometimes be a problem. All of the choices we need to make! You can opt for the healthy green broccoli for a side dish or the yummy French fries. Making these decisions daily, you are bound to select the latter eventually even though you know the

5 Jobs That Increase Varicose Vein Risk

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: April 27, 2016

Did you know that there are occupations that can put you at risk for acquiring varicose veins? The type of activity performed at a job can contribute to venous insufficiency. The majority of these jobs are due to standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time. Unfortunately, some of these jobs can’t change the environment,

Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: April 15, 2016

Heart healthy individuals don’t smoke, exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables and maintain a healthy body mass index (BMI). Body mass index is the measure of the body fat that you have based on your height and weight. It can inform you if you are underweight, normal weight, overweight or