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…
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.…
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…
How much do you know about blood clots?
Did you know that each year nearly 900,000 Americans are affected by blood clots? The good news is that most blood clots are not life-threatening and are easily treatable. Unfortunately though, some serious forms of blood clots, such as Deep…
Dr. Nation on Knowing Your Risk for DVT
During the summer months, cases of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) can be more frequent as people embark on road trips and air travel for their getaways and vacations. What is the link between DVT and sitting in cars or airplanes?…
Preventing Varicose Veins During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a beautiful time for most women with the unparalleled anticipation of a new baby’s arrival. However, there are a few common changes that many women face as their bodies adjust and respond during pregnancy. One of them is…
Preventing DVT When Flying this Holiday Season
Thousands of people will be boarding planes this holiday season eager to reconnect with loved ones following last year’s pandemic lockdown. If your travel plans include a long flight (4+ hours), it’s important to recognize the signs of DVT, or…
The 411 on Phlebectomy
Phlebectomy is a common, minimally-invasive procedure that we perform at VeinSolutions to remove varicose veins, particularly the most severe, stubborn variety. Varicose veins affect more than 35% of Americans, who are typically women. They can be a painful condition that…
Can leg cramps be a symptom of varicose veins?
Many factors can cause painful leg cramps, such as dehydration, strenuous activity, or extreme heat. But what about varicose veins? Leg cramps, especially at night, can be one of the many symptoms of varicose veins. At VeinSolutions in Austin and…