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What is the Femoral Vein?
The femoral vein is a large blood vessel of the leg that allows deoxygenated blood to travel to the heart and lungs to become oxygenated. It is located deep within the muscles of the thigh beginning [...]
Foam Treatment of Venous Malformations
Venous malformation of the lateral leg before treatment. Venous malformations appear like abnormally dilated bluish vessels near the surface of the skin. They appear in clusters and look different than typical varicose veins. They [...]
8 Warning Signs of Vein Disease: #4 Swollen Ankles
Ankle swelling related to varicose veins and venous insufficiency may be subtle, leaving indentations from socks. Swollen Ankles at Night Thick, swollen ankles are signs that blood or other fluid is congested in [...]
8 Warning Signs of Vein Disease: #3 Open Sores or Ulcers on the Lower Leg
Venous leg ulcers are the result of chronic venous insufficiency and venous hypertension, which causes the skin to break down. When chronic venous insufficiency reaches its most serious point, ulcers may appear on [...]
New Product: The Scat Belt Becoming a Favorite Exercise Companion
Exercise is an important component of good vein health. Exercise empties the veins of the legs and is beneficial to the cardiovascular system. As a result, regular exercise, even a walking routine is beneficial to [...]
8 Warning Signs of Vein Disease: #2 Discoloration of the Skin
Discoloration of the Skin Over time, leakage of the blood into the area surrounding the veins can cause tissue to die. The resulting pooling of blood in the tissue causes a darkening of the skin. [...]