If you’ve been suffering from varicose veins, there may be another underlying cause that you aren’t aware of. Incompetent perforator veins often can cause symptoms that are similar to varicose veins, and they can even be the reason you have varicose veins. What Causes Incompetent Perforator Veins? The human body has two different networks of […]
Vanquish Varicose Veins with Venaseal
If you have large, undesired veins on your legs, you may be a good candidate for Venaseal™ treatments. This type of treatment is an excellent alternative to more invasive therapies for problematic veins and is far more effective than less invasive techniques. In fact, it is one of the newest treatments for varicose veins and […]
What Can Endovenous Ablation Do for Me?
Endovenous ablation is a treatment for varicose veins that uses either laser or electric current to remove the damaged vein. Endovenous means inside the vein and ablation means heat. If you have painful varicose veins you want removed, endovenous ablation may be your best option to get rid of them. How Does Endovenous Ablation Work? […]
Ambulatory Phlebectomy: How Does It Work?
If you have unsightly and painful varicose veins, you may like to have them removed, but it is important to understand your treatment options. While there are several minimally-invasive procedures available, an ambulatory phlebectomy is one of the best treatments because your damaged vein is removed by our specialist. It is a minimally-invasive procedure that […]
A Closer Look at Varicose Veins
Varicose veins develop in the legs when there is too much pressure on healthy veins and it becomes difficult for the heart and vein to push the blood against gravity back to the heart. The vein wall becomes weak and the tiny valves inside the vein that close so the blood does not flow backward […]
Sclerotherapy: A Varicose Vein’s Worst Nightmare
To help you get rid of your varicose veins, we at Pacific Vein Care are proud to offer sclerotherapy. Varicose veins can cause a drop in self-esteem due to their appearance. But more than just the look of varicose veins, they can lead to a wide range of health problems. We encourage you to learn […]
How Can Compression Therapy Help?
Compression therapy is an effective and popular treatment for a variety of issues. The pain from chronic conditions involving the veins, in particular, can be largely alleviated using compression therapy. How Does It Work? Compression therapy works by placing even, steady pressure over the affected area. The garments providing the compression act as an extra […]
Six Reasons to Start Varicose Veins Treatment Now
Painful varicose veins accompanied by cramping or aching in the legs could be a sign of a more serious problem such as skin infection or blood clot. If you’re suffering from painful varicose veins that keep on worsening, this is a telltale sign that your body is at risk and you should see your doctor. […]
Say Goodbye to Surface Varicosities with Ambulatory Phlebectomy
As you age, your body may develop many new problems and interesting changes. Some may be expected, such as the lines that start appearing on your skin. However, others may be much less expected, such as the colorful and bumpy veins that begin to appear on the surface of your legs. These large, twisted veins […]
The Benefits of Endovenous Ablation
Endovenous ablation is the treatment for venous insufficiency that has many advantages over surgery. It is minimally-invasive and uses laser light waves to destroy the varicose vein from the inside. If you suffer from the embarrassment of varicose veins on your legs, or if they cause you pain and discomfort, we offer a remedy that […]