Willis-Ekbom disease, more commonly known as restless legs syndrome, is a condition that causes an uncontrollable urge to move one’s legs. Typically, an uncomfortable sensation will cause this need to move and it happens most often in the evening while you’re sitting or lying down. It’s estimated that 7-10% of the US population suffers from restless legs syndrome. While restless legs syndrome typically has no cure, there is one treatable cause that tends to get overlooked: varicose veins.
‘Tis the season of parties and occasions to dress up. Your favorite cocktail dress goes great with a nice pair of pumps, but there’s a rumor that high heels cause varicose veins. Is it true?
Veins are the blood vessels that carry deoxygenated blood from parts of our body back to the heart. Since your heart is essential to your body functioning, it would seem veins are of equal importance. Let’s dive into what veins are, what they do and how they function.
One of the key factors in the development of varicose veins is an inactive lifestyle. Not getting enough exercise slows circulation and allows blood to pool in the lower limbs. Incorporating a little more activity into your lifestyle is a great way to combat varicose veins.
One in three Americans over 45 suffer from some form of vein disease. As you age, the potential for developing vein disease increases due to veins weakening. If you find that you suffer from any vein complications such as varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis, chronic venous disease, or any other types of vein disease, you might wonder what causes vein disease, or how you might have prevented it. [Read more…]
Chronic Venous Disease (CVD) are other chronic conditions related to or caused by veins that have become diseased or abnormal. [Read more…]
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