Varicose veins, spider veins, and a variety of other vein conditions can cause a lot of discomfort, both physically and mentally. Those who suffer from a vein condition cannot only experience pain, but they can also feel embarrassed or self-conscious about the way their veins look. For this reason, many patients choose to cover up their condition by wearing pants or compression stockings. You shou…Read More
By Dr. Sonja Stiller, Center for Advanced Vein Care There are several reasons why people delay getting treatment for varicose veins and they are often related to misconceptions. For example, some people recall the old-fashioned, painful stripping surgery that our parents or grandparents endured, not realizing that technological advancements have made today’s treatments simple and relative…Read More
Your veins play a vital role in your body, and typically, you don’t imagine ever having a problem with the way that they function. However, there are various vein disorders that can cause you pain, and result in more serious issues. Luckily, if you live in Cleveland or the surrounding areas, the experts at the Center for Advanced Vein Care are here to help. We offer relief and treatment for a va…Read More
Fall has finally arrived, which means that it’s time for colder days and warmer clothes. While many enjoy the warm weather of summer and the many opportunities to get outside, if you suffer from varicose veins or other vein conditions, the heat can make you feel uncomfortable and self-conscious. In addition to fall bringing you the opportunity to cover your legs, it also gives you the option to …Read More
By Dr. Sonja Stiller, Center for Advanced Vein Care Like it or not, it’s getting cooler. The leaves are turning, the pumpkins are out and we may already be putting on a light jacket. For those considering treatment for varicose veins, the cooler temperature brings really good news: You don’t have to wear your compression stockings in the heat of the summer. Varicose vein treatments are typical…Read More
By Dr. Sonja Stiller, Center for Advanced Vein Care Remember the summer you had planned—the hiking, the walks on the beach, exploring Cedar Point with your kids or grandkids? Well, if your summer didn’t unfold this way because of leg pain, swelling or fatigue, you are not alone. Our legs can swell during the summer; it’s a natural response to the heat. But other condition can exacerba…Read More
By Dr. Sonja Stiller, Center for Advanced Vein Care One of the best things you can do for your overall health is to keep moving. In other words—walk. It’s what our bodies were designed to do. People who experience leg pain, however, often stop moving which can lead to many serious health problems. Ironically, the most common reason for feeling achy after walking is simply the fact that …Read More
With summer comes extreme temperatures, and the last thing you want is to have to confine yourself to long pants that trap the heat because you are afraid to show off your legs. In addition to causing you pain, varicose and spider veins are not very attractive and can make you feel too embarrassed to let those areas show. If you are someone who suffers from one or both of these conditions, you may…Read More
Summer is upon us, and with summer comes a variety of fantastic activities. If you suffer from varicose veins, not treating them means that you may not be able to enjoy summer to its fullest. With this in mind, in this blog post, we’ll look at a few great summer activities that you can truly enjoy once you’ve treated your veins at our Mentor vein treatment clinic. The Center For Advanced Vein …Read More
Treating spider veins By Dr. Sonja Stiller, Center for Advanced Vein Care Summer is here and that means wearing shorts and sandals and exposing our bare, imperfect legs to the world. However, for many patients, varicose veins are much more than a cosmetic concern; they are often accompanied by a serious venous health issue that can cause leg pain, swelling, fatigue and many other symptoms. But wha…Read More