Can you feel a blood clot?
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…
What is the link between Venous Insufficiency and Heart Health?
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…
A deep dive into veins and the vital role they play
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…
Dr. Jeffrey Apple Honored as a 2023 Super Doctor in Texas Monthly
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.…
Are bulging veins an indication of varicose veins?
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…
Is there a link between leg health and heart health?
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…
VeinSolutions Welcomes Dr. Kofi B. Quaye
VeinSolutions is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Kofi B. Quaye to our team of physicians and vein specialists. He is a vascular surgeon experienced in treating common venous disorders like varicose veins and spider veins. Dr. Quaye is…
What are signs of leg vein disease?
Venous insufficiency, or vein disease, most frequently affects the legs. It can affect how they both look and feel. Vein disease occurs when poorly functioning vein valves fail to properly pump blood back up to the heart, resulting in stagnant…
Treat Varicose Veins Now, Love Your Legs by Next Summer
If you have spent this summer less than satisfied with how your legs look in shorts and skirts, let VeinSolutions help improve their appearance in time for next year. Varicose veins, and smaller spider veins, affect more than 35% percent…
Why you should wear compression stockings during your summer travels
When packing for your summer trip, whether by air or car, consider including compression socks or stockings as part of your essentials, especially if you have varicose veins or are at a high risk for a deep venous disorder like…