by KDraughn | Mar 13, 2023 | Compression Therapy, DVT Awareness, Medical Compression, Sigvaris Compression Garments
Am I at risk for developing a DVT? Are you over 60? Are you traveling long distances, thereby sitting for prolonged time with restricted mobility? Are you overweight and/or lead a sedentary lifestyle? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be at risk...
by Veins Carolina | Mar 8, 2022 | DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT), DVT Awareness, Pulmonary Embolism
A Pulmonary Embolism (PE) is when the Blood clot in the deep vein of the leg breaks loose and goes to the lungs. The most common complication is Post Thrombotic Syndrome (PTS), the gradual development of pain, swelling and red or brown discoloration of the lower leg....
by Veins Carolina | Mar 9, 2020 | DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT), Vein Specialist
DVT “Deep Vein Thrombosis” is usually a condition that starts in the leg with the most common symptom being new onset leg pain. But there are clearly exceptions. A blood clot in a deep vein whether in the leg or arm is a serious condition that should not be ignored....
by Veins Carolina | Mar 3, 2020 | DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT), Vein Specialist
The most dangerous result of a DVT is a Pulmonary Embolism (PE). This is when the Blood clot in the deep vein of the leg breaks loose and goes to the lungs. The most common complication is Post Thrombotic Syndrome (PTS), the gradual development of pain, swelling and...
