There are many reasons — ranging from “no big deal” to “quite serious” — that your lower legs, ankles, and feet might become swollen. Learn more about lower extremity swelling, and find out why it usually requires expert evaluation.
Leg and foot ulcers are a common, yet serious, complication of diabetes, but that doesn’t make them a foregone conclusion. Learn why these slow-healing sores develop, and find out how you can reduce your risk of getting them.
Vascular Vein Centers continues to serve patients and physicians for over 21 years. We are here for our wonderful patients and physicians who trust us to help regain and maintain leg health.
Long gone are the days when surgery was the only option for unwanted varicose veins. Now, several minimally invasive varicose vein and spider vein treatments are available. Find out which vein solution may be right for you.
October 15th through December 7th each year is the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period. Making a mistake in choosing the best plan for you could impact your healthcare and its cost for the rest of your life!
Leg swelling is a common experience for pregnant women, especially in the third trimester. Find out how you can manage this uncomfortable problem and alleviate your symptoms as your due date draws near.
Long-distance travel and varicose veins are two major risk factors for deep vein thrombosis (DVT), or the formation of dangerous blood clots. Find out how varicose veins and DVT are related, and learn how you can protect yourself when traveling.
IAC accreditation is the "seal of approval" patients can count on!
VVC has demonstrated a commitment to quality patient care in the field of venous treatment and management.
Varicose veins aren’t the only consequence of chronic venous insufficiency, or poor circulation in the lower legs. Learn how this common form of vein disease can lead to swelling and skin changes, and find out why early treatment is so important.
As the third most common vascular disease after heart attack and stroke, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) affects hundreds of thousands of people each year. Learn which factors can increase your risk of developing this dangerous and often silent disorder.
Varicose veins are unsightly sometimes bluish bulgy veins seen in the legs. In women these can result from pregnancies and may be exacerbated by cyclic hormone production, weakness of the vein wall, heredity, and lifestyle.
Struggling with itching skin? If creams and lotions haven’t helped abate the itch, the issue may lie deeper than skin. This might be a vein problem. Read on to see what it could be and how to fix it.
Finding it difficult to travel for in-person appointments? Whether it’s your schedule or lack of reliable transportation, we can help. With telehealth, you can take care of your vein health from home.
Pregnancy is a time of great anticipation, so don’t let the fear of deep vein thrombosis overtake your excitement. You should know, though, that your risk for deep vein thrombosis increases during pregnancy. Learn more here.
Are you worried about itchiness around your veins? This could be because of underlying vein disease problems. Find out which ones and how to receive treatment by reading here.
As we progress into 2022, Vascular Vein Centers continues our commitment to healthy legs for a healthy life and we will serve our patients while exceeding CDC COVID-19 safety standards.
As the holidays approach, you may find yourself making travel plans. Whether you’re flying, driving, or taking a train, traveling can increase your risk of developing vein problems, swelling, and leg clots. Compression socks can help.
If you’ve noticed spider veins or varicose veins, you may be concerned. Are you worried about your vein health or want to know how to prevent vein disease? Find some of the risk factors here.
Suffering with spider veins in your legs? They can be unsightly and cause you to cover your legs when you’re out in public or on the beach. Find out how to get help or what might be the possible causes of spider veins.
Feeling uncomfortable because of poor vein health? Though treatments can help, lifestyle changes may improve or even reduce some of your symptoms. Find out about how to improve your vein health with these simple lifestyle changes.
Suffering from painful swelling in your legs or extremities? Edema is a common reason for swelling throughout your body, but can have many underlying causes. Here is more information on what edema is and how it can be treated.
One of the first questions asked when it comes to any medical procedure is, “Does it hurt?” The curiosity is no different when it comes to sclerotherapy, a popular treatment for damaged veins. Read on to have this question, and more, answered.
Pregnancy is an exciting time, but there can be significant challenges and risks for the future mother. Aside from swelling, especially later in the pregnancy, there is an increased risk of blood clots (DVT) during the pregnancy and post-delivery.
Smoking cigarettes affects almost every organ in your body. You’re likely familiar with how smoking affects your lungs, but did you know your veins are at risk as well? Read on to learn about how smoking can damage your veins.
Summer is almost here, which means it’s time to hit the beach. If varicose veins are making you self-conscious about your legs or causing you pain, find out how you can banish them just in time for swimsuit season.
Being aware of the symptoms of DVT and the complications that come with it could be the difference between life and death. Read on to learn more about DVT and how to take fast action.
Early intervention for chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) can be the difference between easy, effective treatment and serious complications. Read on to discover everything you should know about CVI.
As wonderful as pregnancy is, it can come with unwanted side effects, like varicose veins. If your varicose veins don’t go away on their own after giving birth, there are some treatment options available.
For over 19 years, we continue to serve our wonderful patients who trust us to help regain and maintain their leg health, and our colleagues in health care who trust us to continue to take care of their patients in a safe environment.
Vascular Vein Centers is considered an essential medical practice and as such will remain open to service our patients. We want to make sure you maintain your leg health at home.
Please encourage COVID 19-SAFE family and friend gatherings!
HELP US HELP OTHERS: For every $10 donated we can provide 40 meals for our neighbors in need. Second Harvest Virtual Food Drive (link below)
VVC Kissimmee is relocating the clinic.
You asked for it & we heard you!
New location is in the new Renaissance Building II on the corner of E. Osceola Pkwy & S. Orange Ave
Are your spider veins making you uncomfortable or self-conscious? Read on to learn more about spider veins, what causes them, what your risk factors might be, and how to get rid of them.
Are you thinking twice about wearing shorts this summer because of embarrassing veins? If so, it’s time to check out the many options that can vanquish unsightly veins, so you can bear your legs with confidence.
Getting rid of spider veins and varicose veins has never been easier. Sclerotherapy is the leading treatment for unsightly veins. Read on to learn more about what to expect from this innovative treatment.
There are many medications and medical conditions that can cause swelling in your legs, ankles, and/or feet. Sometimes it passes on its own, but in other cases, the swelling is a sign of a more significant condition that needs to be assessed.
Healthcare Helping Healthcare Heroes * VVC wants to thank our frontline responders and healthcare heroes who give so much of themselves every day to fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
A big congratulations to Dr. Martin and Colin! A special thanks to the nominating committee for putting this effort forth and showing the world the greatness VVC holds for our patients!
Your leg health is vital to our expert vein specialists. We understand you have numerous vein treatment options, but you would be wise to turn to Vascular Vein Centers as Your Home for Vein Health.
Coronavirus COVID-19 (coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)) is usually manifested as an acute respiratory syndrome. The damage can extend beyond the lungs, hijacking the body from head to toe and wreaking havoc on many organs.
Vascular Vein Centers is considered an essential medical practice and is open to serve our patients in a safe environment. We encourage all of our patients to share your experience with your family and friends.
Vascular Vein Centers is an essential medical practice and continues to remain open to serve our patients. We encourage our patients to follow CDC guidelines and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Vascular Vein Centers is considered an essential medical practice and as such continues to remain open to serve our patients. We now encourage all of our patients to follow CDC guidelines with regard to face coverings.
Vascular Vein Centers is considered an essential medical practice and as such continues to remain open to serve our patients. We want to do all we can to ensure you are able to maintain healthy legs at home.
Vascular Vein Centers is considered an essential medical practice and as such will remain open to service our patients. We want to make sure you maintain your leg health at home.
Each of us have daily tasks that must be completed; responsibilities outside of our control. These responsibilities combined with keeping you and your family safe during times of uncertainty is very stressful.
The recent order given by Governor DeSantis confirms that Vascular Vein Centers is a medically-essential business. Therefore, we remain open to serve you, our valued patients
What does being sick with COVID-19 look like compared with a cold or the flu? Compare symptoms of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 to Cold/Upper Respiratory Infection, Allergies/Hay Fever and Influenza in this chart.
All Vascular Vein Centers Locations remain OPEN as free-standing clinics providing essential medical services dedicated to your leg health; including evaluation and treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT).
Vascular Vein Centers is not affiliated with a hospital nor is it an ambulatory surgical center. As such we will remain open and will be available for your appointment.
All our locations are OPEN to provide excellent leg health services. We have enhanced our cleaning measures. We will stay in touch to inform you of on-going changes to our operations based on the current conditions.
March is National Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness Month. DVT results from a blood clot in a deep vein, causing the dangerous obstruction of blood flow.
The well-being of VVC patients, staff and the larger community are of utmost importance. VVC is following the Florida Department of Heath for updates regarding the latest coronavirus, Covid-19.
Vascular Vein Centers, continues to be inspired by our wonderful patients, the trust they have in us to help them regain and maintain leg health, and by our colleagues in health care who trust us to take care of their patients...
Skin discoloration and texture changes are common signs of more advanced vein disease. These skin changes are also often confused with other dermatological conditions and may go misdiagnosed for years due to a lack of awareness among doctors.
Men are generally slow to recognize vein disease and signs of its progression. Even when dealing with symptoms such as itchy, achy legs, they tend to be in a state of denial.
Women face unique leg health problems even though there is no significant distinction between men and women from an arterial and orthopedic perspective. Vein problems are much more common in women, and the reasons are clear.
Did you know that DVT affects about 600,000 people a year, and is the leading cause of preventable hospital deaths in the United States, the leading cause of maternal death in the United States ...
Patients at Vascular Vein Centers are strongly encouraged to wear medical grade graduated compression stockings before and after treatment; they are the gold standard for management of symptoms and the physical signs venous of disease.
In searching for cures or help with varicose and spider veins, one must beware of the quick fix or "miracle cure". Unfortunately, in America, there is a preoccupation for an easy solution, from losing weight to fitness and health.
Don't let these common skin changes be confused with other dermatological conditions. See what types of discoloration and skin texture changes are commonly misdiagnosed when they are likely signs of vein disease.
Until recently compression stockings were used for people suffering from varicose veins and the skin conditions they cause. Often they were worn begrudgingly because of the difficulty getting them on and the perception that they were hot.
With all the travel, shopping and cooking of the holidays, it’s easy to forget about the extra physical stress you’ll be under. You can expect to spend many extra hours on your feet, and it’s your legs that will take the brunt of this extra standing.
Thrombosis (blood clots) is the second-leading cause of death in patients with cancer. Breast cancer increases the risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), usually in the legs.
September is National Vascular Disease Awareness Month. Dr. Martin shares information about vein disease and how vascular disease affects the health of arteries and veins.
Did you know that being in water is the only place that gravity doesn’t affect your leg veins, other than outer space or standing on your head? This is a good reason to get wet, especially at the end of the day!
Did you know that over 24 million Americans suffer from vein issues and summer heat makes these worse? See Dr. Martin’s tips to beat the heat this summer. Protect your vein health and avoid swelling and discomfort that summer heat can cause.
Vein issues do not affect your heart health, but it’s important to recognize that a heart condition may make vein problems worse. If you suffer from a heart problem, you need to find out why your leg veins may be at risk for getting much worse.
Many suffer from unsightly spider veins and varicose veins. Vein disease symptoms can range from mild discomfort to pain, but they all have one thing in common: ignoring them allows the problem to progress.
Not surprisingly, your age plays a big role in your vein health. Vein damage is cumulative, so the longer we live, the more strain our veins have endured. By the time we reach an advanced age, our legs have undergone many years of stress.
Water is the only place that gravity does not affect veins. Gravity’s long-term impact on our bodies is the main reason vein disease develops. Veins are responsible for returning blood back to the heart.
Did you know that one of the best things that you can do to maintain your leg health is to use compression therapy by wearing medical grade compression stockings? It’s true.
Dr. Hart and the rest of the VVC Medical Mission team are preparing for the third annual trip to deliver vein care in the Dominican Republic, but they need your help.
Many women suffer from unsightly spider veins and varicose veins. Not only are these veins an eyesore, they can also cause irritation and pain. Fortunately, with today’s modern treatments, you no longer have to undergo painful surgeries or ...
Patients often come to us knowing they have problems with their veins, but they are worried about the process of “vein removal.” This fear may come from a loved one’s past experiences or personally from a “ligation and stripping” procedure ...
Last month, we discussed who you should choose to treat your vein issues. This week, we’re showing you the three best ways to spot that perfect specialist.
This is a very important question and will affect your leg health for years. The treatment of venous insufficiency is a medical problem, not a cosmetic one. If you need surgery, you want an experienced surgeon with proper training from ...
Now that you know what spider veins look like and their causes, it’s time to discuss your spider vein removal options. Many of the factors that contribute to spider vein development can be avoided and preventative measures can be taken.
What Are Spider Veins? Spider veins are the small red or purple vessels which may develop on the surface of the skin and are commonly found on the face or legs. As you can imagine, the presence of these vessels can be very distressing.
Last month, we joined The American Venous Forum in promoting Venous Health Month, the official time of the year dedicated to raising awareness of venous disease and its complications.
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a poorly understood condition that can have multiple causes. While often described as a “neurological disorder" characterized by an irresistible urge to move one’s body to stop uncomfortable or odd sensations ...
Spurred on by photos of pint-sized fashion icons like Suri Cruise sporting shoes matching her mom’s style, little girls’ high heels have spiked in popularity over the last couple of years.
Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is one of the most common problems we see as vascular surgeons. Venous insufficiency, which affects over half of the population, greatly impacts your quality of life and overall leg health ...
Our team at VVC is proud to announce the three winners of our very first employee wellness program, The Biggest Winner! 33 contestants participated, and the following three ladies led the pack in their individual achievement categories:
Did you know: Over 24 million Americans suffer from vein problems Over $3 billion is spent yearly on health care due to vein ulcers Another 2-2.5 million suffer from Deep Vein Thrombosis
Compression therapy offers a powerful tool to improve your vein health, but how many times have you struggled to put on these tight garments? Particularly if you have reduced flexibility or pain, properly putting these fitted socks and ...
Father’s Day is almost here, so there’s no better time to reveal a dirty health secret about men: They tend to have less awareness of their physical health! Unlike women, men tend to overlook problems even if they’re struggling with uncomfortable symptoms.
Here’s a variety of shoe fashions and styles to fit any occasion. But just because they’re a stylish fit doesn’t mean they’re fitting for your leg health. Here’s the good, the bad and the ugly of our 9 most recent shoes reviewed!
When you’re deciding which shoe to wear for the day, you should look less at matching it with the outfit and more at matching it with the outing. The right shoe can support your leg health all day, keeping you comfortable and happy!
March is DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) awareness month. It has only been in the last few years that the public has become aware of the significance of clots in the deep veins.
Here are our three final tips on how to show your legs some love! And remember, Tip #1 was: Don’t Assume Spider Veins are Only Cosmetic – Those cosmetic blemishes can indicate an underlying vein problem!
