Are Varicose Veins Inevitable During Pregnancy?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 11, 2017
Varicose veins happen often during pregnancy because of the extra volume of blood your body produces in order to support not one but two lives. This extra blood when combined with extra added body weight and the baby’s weight can put a strain on your legs. This when combined with additionally produced progesterone which relaxes
Is Massage a treatment for Varicose Veins?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 29, 2016
We all know that feeling when muscles get tight and your body hurts. A therapeutic massage helps to work the knots out. So, many people wonder if massage would be a solution for the pain of varicose veins. The answer is no. Why? Well, even though your legs are feeling pain and swelling as you
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome: What is it?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 15, 2016
Pelvic congestion syndrome is a condition that up to 15 percent of American women ages 20 to 50 suffer from. It is a chronic medical issue that creates pain in the pelvic area. This is caused by varicose veins that are not visible externally. Varicose veins are damaged veins in which the valves inside of
Sclerotherapy for Varicose Vein Treatment
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 2, 2016
By the time that you have reached out to a vein doctor for the snaky, ropey veins crawling up your leg, you have suffered for a while. A lot of patients put off treatment thinking that maybe home remedies or creams will take care of the pain and heavy feeling in their legs. Some put
How Do I Prevent Varicose Veins?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 8, 2016
Living here in Florida, we often wear warm-weather clothing such as shorts, capris, and skirts. For those suffering from varicose veins, it can be embarrassing to show their legs in public. Varicose veins appear as blue or red squiggly, ropey enlarged veins that are prominent on the legs. We would much rather have people notice
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
