Vascular surgeon is marking veins for varicose surgery

Vein Surgeons: Medical vs. Cosmetic

The veins have an essential role in maintaining your body’s ability to properly function. Leg vein problems usually range from mild to severe. Patients who believe vein problems to be merely cosmetic often assume that medical attention is…
Lymph leg drainage massage with hands in a beauty salon

Reasons Why You May Need a Lymphatic Massage

Lymphatic massage has become a popular form of massage, because of its health benefits. This approach concentrates specifically on the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. The lymphatic system plays an essential role when…
A patient sitting with her vein surgeon and discussing her treatment options.

How to Select a Vein Surgeon

The health of your veins gives a useful glimpse into your overall health. If you recognize any abnormal veins in your legs or feel persistent leg pain or discomfort, the best decision for your health is always to have a consultation with a vein…
An older woman holding her leg in the air as she looks it while contemplating whether or not she should undergoing the sclerotherapy procedure.

Who Should Get Sclerotherapy

Do you have unpleasant veins on your legs that prevent you from wearing shorts and bathing suits? These web-like veins are a sign that you may have spider veins or varicose veins. These unsightly vein abnormalities can affect your self-image…
A patient getting their veins inspected by a vein specialist.

Vein specialist tips for caring for your veins at home

Good circulation entails blood that is pumped by the heart efficiently going to the rest of the body and back. Healthy veins efficiently send deoxygenated blood back to the heart, through contractions and one-way valves that close to prevent…
A patient undergoing sclerotherapy near their ankle by a vein specialist.

FAQs About the Sclerotherapy Procedure

Since sclerotherapy was first introduced in the United States nearly a century ago, it remains one of today’s most popular, tried-and-true treatment options for spider veins. If you have heard of sclerotherapy, and want to do your due diligence…
Woman sitting on the couch with varicose veins on her leg

We Are the Vein Clinic of Kansas City: Here’s How We Can Help You

Do you have swollen, throbbing, itchy, or restless legs? Do your spider veins or varicose veins make you feel uncomfortable and self-conscious? If your answer is “yes,” you are likely suffering from a type of vein disease. Vein diseases…
Sclerotherapy injection into a patient's ankle

What Does Recovery Look Like After Getting Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is a procedure done to treat and minimize the appearance of varicose and spider veins. It is often done for cosmetic purposes but also may be performed due to symptoms of varicose or spider veins, such as aching or swelling. The…
Doctor with gloves examining a patient's ankle veins

What Types of Treatment Does a Vein Surgeon Offer?

It’s no surprise that we underestimate the importance of healthy veins until something goes wrong with them. Being a part of the circulatory system, the health of your veins is vital to the proper functioning of the body. Veins work against…
Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Pros of Getting a Lymphatic Massage

In recent years, lymphatic massage – also known as manual lymphatic drainage massage – has become a popular form of reflexology, not only because it feels good, but also due to its many potential health benefits. As its name implies,…