Varicose veins are enlarged veins that usually appear on the legs, ankles, and feet. Roughly half of all adults will develop varicose veins or spider veins in their lifetime. Genetics play the biggest role in the development of varicose veins, but there are other factors that contribute to them as well. Therefore, there are lifestyle choices you can make that are healthier for your veins and may p…Read More
When it comes to varicose vein treatment, many patients elect to start the process in the fall. It’s a good time because the kids are back in school, your insurance deductible is met and treatment can usually be completed before the end of the year. The process takes additional time because most insurance companies have a six-week to three-month stocking requirement before treatment can begin. A…Read More
One of the best ways to maintain your peace of mind is through regular health screenings, which can include something as simple as a free blood pressure check at a local discount store. Unlike a medical exam, health screenings are quick and easy and are often offered at no charge. But health screenings can also target more specific symptoms. For example, at Center for Advanced Vein Care, we offer …Read More
This article first appeared in the December 15th edition of Mimi Vanderhaven Magazine By Dr. Sonja Stiller, Center for Advanced Vein Care If you’re getting together with loved ones this Christmas, try a new family tradition: a Christmas Day hike. A long walk in the morning not only builds your appetite for the feast to come, it gives you a chance to spend quality time with family—to talk, to l…Read More
This article first appeared in the November 3rd edition of Mimi Vanderhaven Magazine By Dr. Sonja Stiller, Center for Advanced Vein Care One of the best ways to avoid the complications of venous disease is to wear compression stockings. Wait—before you turn the page, I’m not talking about grandma stockings. Today’s designer hosiery are colorful, trendy and effective. In fact, knowing that I …Read More
This article first appeared in the October 12th edition of Mimi Vanderhaven Magazine By Sonja Stiller, MD, Center for Advanced Vein Care The field of vein care has evolved dramatically over the past several years. Advancements in minimally invasive procedures are producing the same results as the old-fashioned vein stripping surgery, which can be brutal and cause more trauma than is necessary to f…Read More
This article first appeared in the October 13th edition of Mimi Vanderhaven Magazine By Dr. Sonja Stiller, Center for Advanced Vein Care Did you spend your summer doing less than you wanted to do because of leg pain, swelling, restlessness or fatigue? This past summer, many people in Northeast Ohio found themselves sitting on a bench at Cedar Point Amusement Park instead of sashaying the midway wi…Read More
This article first appeared in the September 3rd edition of Mimi Vanderhaven Magazine By Dr. Sonja Stiller, Center for Advanced Vein Care In the warmer months, people with blood circulation issues may find their symptoms becoming more apparent. If you suffer from leg pain, swelling, and fatigue, there are a few things you can do to improve your symptoms on your own. Stay hydrated – Dehydration c…Read More