Varicose Vein Treatment Options and Information
Varicose veins can be painful and uncomfortable. They also are not very pretty to look at. But, what exactly are varicose veins? And, what do you need to know about varicose vein treatment? What are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are most often found in the legs and ankles. They are caused by...
Symptoms of Varicose Veins
There is a lot of misinformation and misunderstanding about how and why varicose veins appear in some people, but not in others. By talking to patients, our doctors are able to help in clearing up some of the confusion about the cause of this condition, as well as effective treatment options. It...
Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressure
What is high blood pressure? High blood pressure, also called hypertension, occurs when systolic pressure (top number) reads 140 or above, or diastolic pressure (bottom number) reads 90 or above. While hypertension usually doesn’t exhibit any symptoms, it does contribute to 15 percent of deaths in...
Contributing Factors To Vein Disease
If you are suffering from vein disease, or are concerned you may develop venous insufficiency in the future, it’s important to understand the different contributing factors to vein disease and how you can help lower your risk. In some cases, due to heredity, vein disease is inevitable. However,...
The Benefits of Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA)
With the modern treatments available for the treatment of varicose veins, surgery is rarely necessary for complete healing of the damaged veins in the leg. One of the most advanced therapies you might consider for your varicose vein treatment is Endovenous Thermal Ablation (EVLA), which has...
How About A Varicose Or Spider Vein Treatment To Complete Your New Year’s Resolutions?
Majority of us wants to start the year with a clean slate. With such resolve to change our lives for the better, we list down New Year’s resolutions before the year is about to start — from eating healthy to exercising regularly to learning something new. Here at our Chicago vein diagnostic and...
What To Expect From Your Laser Vein Removal Procedure
If you have varicose veins, you are no longer required to suffer or go through invasive surgery. While ligation and stripping may be required in some cases, others can turn instead to some of the newer methods of varicose vein removal. One of the latest methods is called endovenous laser ablation...
A Doppler Ultrasound Is Not As Complex As You Think!
A physical assessment of your vein problem is one of the things you can expect during your initial assessment of varicose veins or any other vein-related disorder at our St. Louis vein diagnosis and treatment practice. You will also be asked to describe symptoms in detail such as cramping and...
Today’s Options for Spider Vein Treatment
Generally, people with varicose veins begin by having spider veins. Eventually, they may have both conditions. Some may consider spider veins just a cosmetic nuisance but they can actually lead to more serious vein problems. What are Spider Veins? Spider veins are similar to varicose veins but...
Now is a Great Time to Get A Cosmetic Vein Treatment in Chicago
Throughout life, people of all ages may find themselves coping with unsightly issues that can be easily fixed with cosmetic vein treatment procedures. It’s essential to talk to your doctor so he or she can diagnose and treat the underlying causes of vein problems. Once that factor is determined,...
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At Chicago Vein Institute, we focus on one thing—vein care. That’s it. While other clinics might offer botox, pain management, or other unrelated services, our entire practice is built around diagnosing and treating vein disease. From varicose veins to spider veins and chronic venous issues, our team uses the latest, minimally invasive treatments to help you feel better and get back to living. We’ve performed over 11,000 vein procedures and offer treatments like Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA), Ambulatory Phlebectomy, Sclerotherapy, and wound care for venous ulcers. Same-day appointments are often available, and our multilingual team is here to make sure you feel supported every step of the way.