Love Your Legs: 7 Tips for Body Positivity With Varicose Veins
7 Min ReadDonna* had been looking forward to cooler weather because it is an easy opportunity to hide the ever-present varicose veins on her legs. Summer dresses, shorts, and bathing suits moved to the back of the closet and replaced with long pants, jeans, boots, and baggy clothes. Yet, during a recent charity dinner event, she noticed […]
Knee Pain No More: Strategies for a New Year, New Solutions
6 Min ReadAnyone who suffers from persistent knee pain will tell you that it is more than just an inconvenience; it is life-altering. You struggle to get around every day, and you certainly do not have the mobility you once did to climb stairs at the mall, go on hikes with a loved one, walk the dog, […]
Why Is My Doctor Referring Me To a Vascular Surgeon?
6 Min ReadRon* did not think much about his tired legs and feet. After all, everyone feels run down and sluggish from time to time, especially after sitting or standing for too long, long exercise sessions, or even ill-fitting shoes. The problem in Ron’s case was that he could not point to anything specific as the culprit. […]
Is An Atherectomy for Artery Disease Treatment Right for Me?
5 Min ReadRichard* was diagnosed last month with peripheral artery disease (PAD), a common circulatory condition in which narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to the limbs and lead to various health complications. PAD affects approximately 8 million people aged 40 and over in the United States and, while treatable when diagnosed in its earliest stages, can […]
Beat the Heat: 10 Tips for Summer Leg Swelling
6 Min ReadJill* loves the summer months. With the sun shining, longer days ahead, and more opportunities to take time off work, she is used to spending as much time outside as possible—whether that be a few beach days with the family, going on hikes, or hanging out on her patio. She is not alone, either. Studies […]
Finding Relief: Spinal Cord Stimulation for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
5 Min ReadAdam* has been suffering from debilitating pain, numbness, and chronic burning in his legs and feet for years. These are signs of diabetic peripheral neuropathy, a progressive disorder that significantly impacts the quality of life for roughly 50% of patients with diabetes. Adam confirmed this diagnosis with a doctor months ago and was offered several […]
Healing Insights: Navigating the Journey of Wound Care
5 Min ReadNick* is not the sort of person who likes to let others know about his injuries and illnesses. If he had it his way, he would suffer in silence and hope that with medications and a few Band-Aids, relief would not be too far away. When he experienced his first foot sore six months ago […]
Caregiver Tips for Family with Vein Disease
4 Min ReadWith November’s National Family Caregivers Month, we want to shed light on vein disease and provide tips to help caregivers stay in the know.
Can Knee Osteoarthritis Be Prevented?
5 Min ReadPreventing knee osteoarthritis may not be possible. But, you may decrease your risk, delay development, and manage symptoms with these tips.
5 Ways To Treat Your Peripheral Artery Disease
4 Min ReadPeripheral artery disease is a serious condition, but it is highly treatable if you catch it early and follow these lifestyle changes.
Need Chronic Wound Care? How Vascular and Wound Care Specialists Work Together
4 Min ReadCollaborative efforts between vascular and wound care specialists benefit those with chronic wounds. How and why are answered in this article.
Living with Osteoarthritis Knee Pain? Genicular Artery Embolization Can Help
4 Min ReadOsteoarthritis knee pain won’t go away on its own. If it doesn’t respond to treatment, a procedure called genicular artery embolization can help.
Let’s Be Aware of Critical Limb Ischemia During American Heart Month
4 Min ReadCritical limb ischemia is a life-threatening condition that can trigger a heart attack. American Heart Month is helping raise awareness.
Why Do I Feel Numbness in Feet and Legs?
4 Min ReadLong-term numbness in feet and legs can be a significant issue—from injury, poor posture, lower back issues, diabetes, or PAD.
PAD Awareness Month Sheds Light on Peripheral Artery Disease
4 Min ReadPeripheral artery disease is a serious condition but highly treatable if you know the warning signs. Here’s how PAD Awareness Month can help.
Peripheral Vascular Disease: Is Balloon Angioplasty Right for Me?
4 Min ReadIf concerns about surgery to treat your peripheral vascular disease, minimally invasive treatments such as balloon angioplasty can help.
Spotlight on Amputation Prevention for Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month
3 Min ReadAmputation prevention is possible. For April’s Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month, let’s focus on limb salvage for patients with arterial issues.
For American Heart Month: Let’s Fight Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
4 Min ReadPeripheral artery disease (PAD) is a serious condition that can lead to heart disease. Good news: PAD is treatable! American Heart Month raises awareness.
How to Check for 8 Signs of Peripheral Artery Disease in a Loved One
4 Min ReadKnowing signs of peripheral artery disease can make a big difference in a loved one’s life. StrideCare’s Vascular’s team are experts.
6 Peripheral Arterial Disease Myths That Simply Aren’t True
4 Min ReadA variety of peripheral arterial disease myths need to be dispelled. Because of myths, many mistake the symptoms of PAD for something else.
