You want your varicose veins treated in the smoothest and easiest way possible. But what are your options? We discuss the NHS’s approach to correcting varicose veins, including the delay that may be involved in treatment. So you don’t have to compromise on your comfort and safety and waste any time (if you are ineligible… Continue reading Do the NHS treat varicose veins?
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Varicose Veins Top 7 FAQs
Varicose Vein FAQS When it comes to researching varicose veins and the treatments associated with them it can be quite confusing to know what is best for you. We would always recommend coming in for a consultation to get the best advice before deciding on your procedure but we like our patients to be as… Continue reading Varicose Veins Top 7 FAQs
Get your legs prepped for summer
Many of us get through winter with our woolly tights, trousers and jeans not even really taking notice of the status of our legs. But all it takes is one big event – a wedding, a party or even a work night out and all of a sudden they become all we can focus on.… Continue reading Get your legs prepped for summer
What varicose veins say about your blood pressure?
Varicose veins are large red, blue or even flesh coloured veins that are often swollen and raised above the surface of the skin. They are caused by nerves within the veins being weak or damaged which can cause blood to leak back into the veins and collect there resulting in the vein becoming bigger. But… Continue reading What varicose veins say about your blood pressure?
Alternatives to vein stripping
50% of varicose veins are treated via a technique known as stripping – a complicated surgical procedure which involves tying off problem veins and removing them. With most patients advised to take 14-21 days off work post-procedure and general anaesthetic commonly used, the surgery is invasive despite its frequent use. And this, alongside the progression of alternative… Continue reading Alternatives to vein stripping
