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What Happens After I Get VenaSeal Treatment? To achieve the best results possible from your VenaSeal™ treatment there are a few do’s and don’ts you’ll want to follow. Apply these simple steps to ensure fast, incident-free healing. Immediately After Your Procedure In preparation for the VenaSeal procedure, the injection site(s) will be cleaned with an alcohol swab. […]

When varicose veins first appear, they can be completely painless, but over time many people start to notice painful symptoms which can be quite distressing. There are four stages of development that varicose veins progress through, with each having different symptoms. To understand what varicose vein leg pain feels like it’s helpful to look at […]

A free vein screening and ultrasound at Empire Vein Specialists are the perfect no-obligation way to learn about what we can do to help you become free of the pain and discomfort of your varicose veins. From start to finish a vein screening takes about 45 minutes and the valuable information you will receive will enable […]

With several treatment options available, it is important to make an informed decision about vein treatment. The board-certified vascular doctors at Empire Vein Specialists can advise which options are best for your needs. VenaSeal™ VenaSeal™ is a state-of-the-art technique that permanently closes off varicose veins. This means that VenaSeal™ treats the underlying cause rather than merely acting […]

Empire Vein Specialists is pleased to announce the opening of a new venous insufficiency and varicose vein treatment clinic in Temecula to serve the residents of Temecula and surrounding areas, led by Board-Certified Vascular Surgeon Dr. Nina Grewal. The new, 3,700 square foot clinic facility features four exam rooms, two ultrasound rooms, and two procedure […]

Varicose vein treatment isn’t the same as it was for your parents and grandparents. New technologies developed over the past 20 years have dramatically improved the treatment of varicose veins. Here are 5 important reasons why you shouldn’t put off your varicose vein treatment: NEW VARICOSE VEIN PROCEDURES ARE FAST & PAINLESS While older vein […]

Varicose veins and spider veins affect 30 million U.S. adults at a cost of over $1 billion per year in direct healthcare expenses[1] and currently, those numbers are increasing rapidly[2]. There are numerous reasons why varicose veins occur, some of which you can modify while others cannot be changed. Here we discuss some of the most […]

The most familiar type of varicose veins is those which appear as bluish, twisted veins bulging out beneath the skin of the legs. While these highly visible vessels are the most common, it is possible to have varicose veins that do not present in this manner. The pain and risks associated with these less visible […]

Information about varicose veins typically addresses the commonly recognized symptoms such as leg pain, cramps, diminished function, and low blood circulation, however, there are many other health problems believed to be associated with untreated varicose veins. These problems can have a significant impact on a person’s overall health. Following are some serious health problems that […]

There are a variety of symptoms related to varicose veins. While the appearance of bulging, twisted, and bluish veins at the skin’s surface is the most recognized, it is possible to have varicose veins without this visible feature. That is why it is important to be on the lookout for other possible symptoms, such as […]

When looking back at medical history, it becomes clear that we are living in the Golden Age of varicose vein treatment. Only in very recent years have the primary treatment methods evolved from major invasive surgery to what is classified as minimally invasive. This is a significant advantage for the health, safety, and recovery of […]

The wide variety of factors that contribute to an increased risk of getting varicose veins and spider veins include genetics, health, and behavior. While you cannot prevent varicose veins there are things you can do to minimize your risk of acquiring the disease. To better understand the factors, it might help to understand the disease. […]