Empire Vein & Vascular Specialists Blog

Living with varicose veins can be uncomfortable and frustrating. Many people wonder if varicose veins can disappear with exercise. Is exercise a potential way to manage my condition? While exercises for varicose veins alone may not eliminate them, they can significantly improve your vascular health and decrease their appearance and discomfort. How Does Exercise Impact […]

Have you ever spotted thin, web-like lines on your skin or felt discomfort from bulging veins in your legs? These visible changes can be concerning, but they are often signs of common vein conditions. Understanding the difference between spider veins vs varicose veins can help you recognize their causes, symptoms, and treatment options. What Causes […]

Countless people experience leaky veins in their legs, especially as they get older or through certain seasons of life. Perhaps you inherited vein-related issues from your parents or are dealing with the residual effects of an old injury. Either way, if you’re living with symptoms of leaky leg veins, you’re not alone — and there […]

Poor vein circulation in your legs can cause more than just discomfort—it may lead to varicose veins and symptoms like pain, heaviness, or fatigue that can disrupt your daily life. Fortunately, lifestyle adjustments and medical treatments can help you increase leg circulation, support healthy veins, and reduce discomfort. Understanding Vein Circulation in Your Legs Your […]

Bruises and blood clots both stem from problems related to your blood vessels, but can bruises cause blood clots? Not necessarily, but there are certain factors to be aware of if you’re concerned about blood clots with bruising.  Both bruises and blood clots are common, but it’s important to know the differences between bruising vs […]

If you are an existing patient of ours, you may have noticed that Empire Vein & Vascular Specialists now has a brand new name. From now on, we will be called Empire Vein and Vascular Specialists. We want to explain a bit more about this change, our rebrand, what it means for you, and how […]

Edema is swelling caused by fluid trapped in your tissues. It’s most common in the legs but can affect any part of the body, like swollen ankles from varicose veins or hand edema from trauma. Lower extremity edema is often experienced in both legs. It is typically caused by systemic medical conditions such as congestive […]

With the arrival of spring and summer, many people’s thoughts turn to travel. But long-distance travel often means long hours confined to an airplane or in the car, which can lead to sluggish circulation, blood clots, swelling, and pain.   If you are planning a long-awaited vacation or if a business trip is coming up […]

Venous reflux disease, also known as chronic venous insufficiency, is a common condition affecting the leg veins. The terms venous reflux and venous insufficiency are often used interchangeably. This chronic condition causes several painful symptoms and can lead to a variety of undesirable and challenging health complications, including pain, cramping, varicose veins, spider veins, swelling, […]

Nutrition is an essential aspect of all areas of your health, including your veins. Improving the nutritional quality of your diet is a great way to support healthy circulation. Let’s take a closer look at some of the best supplements and vitamins for vein health and where to find them.  Why Vitamins Are Important for […]

Varicose veins, twisted bulging veins that often appear on the legs, require medical treatment to completely go away. However, if you are not quite ready to pursue medical intervention and want to try managing your veins at home, several home remedies for varicose veins can help. While these practices won’t reverse the vein damage, they […]

While you may not like the appearance of varicose or spider veins, they are usually painless in the early stages but can cause discomfort or more significant symptoms if left untreated. Due to their undesirable appearance on the legs, people are often looking for “natural” treatments for varicose veins, hoping to get rid of them […]