Spider veins are the thin superficial veins that most commonly appear in the legs. Although perhaps less noticeable, they still may harbor symptoms such as itching/irritation and aching. More than 40% of women will develop some form of venous disorder,…
Varicose veins are a common condition experienced by more than 35% of all adults here in the United States. They are marked by thick, bulging, darkly colored structures just beneath the skin. Varicose veins are caused by blood pooled in…
Summer is here, and sweltering heat is expected as usual here in Central Texas. Extreme heat and excessive sun exposure can be hard on our bodies. It is especially hard on those with poor circulation or venous disorders like varicose…
Our team of board-certified vascular surgeons and vein specialists treats venous insufficiencies, both therapeutically and cosmetically, such as varicose veins. Another common venous disorder that affects both how your legs look and feel is venous stasis. If you have scaly,…
Blood clots affect more than 900,000 Americans every year, and unfortunately it is estimated that 247 people die from them each day. A blood clot is a group of blood cells that have collected in the veins to form a…
February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and preventing cardiovascular diseases. While most people are aware of common risk factors like high blood pressure, cholesterol, and smoking, there's one often overlooked connection that…
Everyone knows that veins are the purplish structures that run just under the skin and deep throughout the body. They are vital to our circulatory system as they transport blood back towards the heart from every muscle and organ that…
VeinSolutions is proud to share that our board-certified vascular surgeon and vein specialist Dr. Jeffrey Apple has been named to the Texas Monthly Super Doctors list for 2023. This is Dr. Apple’s twelfth consecutive year to receive this prestigious honor.…
If you notice large, bulging veins forming under the skin on your legs, and they are blue or purplish in color, there’s a good chance that they are what’s known as varicose veins. The Society for Vascular Surgery estimates that…
What can your legs say about your heart health? If your legs are both feeling and looking good, then you might not ever think to make a connection. However, legs that are swollen or achy, and colored with purple or…