by Veins Carolina | Oct 21, 2019 | FAQ's Frequently Asked Questions, Vein Disorders, Venous Reflux
Superficial Venous Reflux is a condition that develops when the valves in the legs that usually help blood flow upward towards the heart become damaged or diseased. The faulty valves allow blood to literally flow backwards when your legs are below your body. When a...
by Veins Carolina | Oct 17, 2019 | Compression Garments, Venous Disorders
Our staff at Vein Specialists of the Carolinas love wearing their Sigvaris Group USA compression garments! Graduated compression improves circulation by helping veins circulate blood back to the heart more effectively. It works by applying gentle compression at the...
by Veins Carolina | Oct 14, 2019 | Post Thrombotic Syndrome (PTS), Vein Disorders
Post thrombotic syndrome is the name given to vein problems developing as a result of the damage a blood clot can inflict on a vein. Symptoms are similar to varicose veins and may include pain, swelling, aching, and throbbing; brownish or reddish skin discoloration in...
by Veins Carolina | Oct 10, 2019 | May Thurner Syndrome
May-Thurner syndrome (MTS), also known as the iliac vein compression syndrome, is a condition in which compression of the common venous outflow tract of the left lower extremity may cause discomfort, swelling, pain or blood clots (deep venous thrombosis) in the...
by Veins Carolina | Oct 8, 2019 | Vein Specialists of the Carolinas
Last Friday some of the awesome staff at Veins Specialists of the Carolinas filmed a new commercial! This commercial will be aired during the October 13 Panthers Game! Everyone keep an eye to get a sneak peak of our “lighter side!” GO PANTHERS! ...