Practical tips for healthier legs, veins, and joints
Doctor-reviewed articles from the specialists at Empire Vein & Vascular.
Why Do My Legs Ache All the Time?
Do your legs constantly ache, leaving you wondering what might be causing the discomfort? Whether it’s a dull throb that lingers or sharp pain…
Can Exercise Help Reduce Varicose Veins?
Living with varicose veins can be uncomfortable and frustrating. Many people wonder if varicose veins can disappear with exercise. Is exercise a potential way…
How to Improve Circulation in Your Legs
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…
Can Bruises Cause Blood Clots?
Bruises and blood clots both stem from problems related to your blood vessels, but can bruises cause blood clots? Not necessarily, but there are…
We Are Now Empire Vein and Vascular Specialists
If you are an existing patient of ours, you may have noticed that Empire Vein & Vascular Specialists now has a brand new name.…
What Causes Swelling in Only One Leg?
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,…
How to Prevent Leg Pain on Planes and Long Trips
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…
Understanding Venous Reflux Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Venous reflux disease, also known as chronic venous insufficiency, is a common condition affecting the leg veins. The terms venous reflux and venous insufficiency…
Best Vitamins for Varicose Vein Repair
Nutrition is an essential aspect of all areas of your health, including your veins. Improving the nutritional quality of your diet is a great…
Is There Such Thing as Varicose Veins Self-Care?
Varicose veins, twisted bulging veins that often appear on the legs, require medical treatment to completely go away. However, if you are not quite…
Can You Use Castor Oil to Treat Varicose Veins?
While you may not like the appearance of varicose or spider veins, they are usually painless in the early stages but can cause discomfort…
Varicose Veins in Men: Symptoms and Treatment
When it comes to home-related issues, there is nothing more frustrating than plumbing problems. An unnoticed leaking pipe can cause thousands of dollars of…