Tim Oliver owns Oliver’s Corner Grocery in Dixon, where he’s also chief butcher. It’s a job that keeps him on his feet most of the day. The 62 year old had varicose veins for years. (His mom had them too.) They didn’t bother him too much, but in the last couple of years, he started […]
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How Do Blood Clots Form in Veins?
Blood clots can often develop at times and in places where their presence can be harmful. This development can lead to stroke, heart attack, swelling, and severe pain. To prevent them, it is essential to understand how blood clots form in veins. How Blood Clots Form in Veins Small disc-shaped cells called platelets are triggered […]
Continue readingWhy Sclerotherapy is a Great Way to Treat Spider Veins
Telangiectasia, more commonly known as spider veins, is a vein condition that typically occurs on the legs, creating a web-like appearance near the surface of the skin. Spider veins can appear red, blue, or purple and are sometimes accompanied by pain, heaviness or tiredness in the affected area. With treatment such as sclerotherapy at Northern […]
Continue readingVein Pain: What Your Legs Are Trying to Tell You
Many patients seek out a vein specialist due to sensations of pain or heaviness in the legs that have become distractions in everyday life. If you are experiencing pain in the legs that you think may be caused by vein issues, reach out to Northern Illinois Vein Clinic to reduce or eliminate your pain. Chronic […]
Continue readingHow Laser Vein Removal Can Change Your Life
Varicose veins may begin appearing in your legs or become more prevalent as you get older. Varicose veins are relatively common, with approximately 35 percent of Americans experiencing this condition. Fortunately, some treatments can effectively eliminate varicose veins and alleviate accompanying symptoms. Centers like Northern Illinois Vein Clinic help patients reclaim their bodies, find relief […]
Continue readingSpread the Word about Blood Clot Awareness Month
According to the CDC, someone in the U.S. dies of a blood clot every 6 minutes. In fact, each year, more people lose their lives to blood clots than AIDS, breast cancer and motor vehicle accidents combined. March is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month. Also known as Blood Clot Awareness Month, it’s a public […]
Continue readingHow To Choose the Right Procedure for Varicose Vein Treatment
Varicose veins are an embarrassing and often painful medical condition caused by the poor circulation of blood in your legs. The American Society for Vascular Surgery reports that up to 25 million Americans suffer from this painful condition. However, there are several treatments available for varicose veins which will help boost your confidence and improve […]
Continue readingCan You Treat Deep Vein Thrombosis at Home?
Vein and arteries carry blood continuously throughout your life, keeping your heart pumping and other organs functioning. When you get a cut or scrape, clots prevent blood from spilling out. However, when blood clots for other reasons, it can be a result of life-threatening medical problems. Learn more about blood clots and your treatment options […]
Continue readingNorthern Illinois Vein Clinic Earns Vein Center Accreditation
Northern Illinois Vein Clinic (NIVC), a leading local provider of leading-edge, nonsurgical treatments for leg vein issues, including varicose and spider veins, announced today it has earned the “Vein Center” accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), making it the only vein clinic in the region and one of three in the state of Illinois […]
Continue readingGet Summer-Ready Legs
Treat varicose veins once and for all. Are you tired of being embarrassed by ugly varicose veins? Are you missing out on the fun because of leg pain? Maybe your legs are trying to tell you something. You’re not alone. More than 30 percent of men and women in the United States suffer from vein disease in their legs. It’s not […]
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