NJVVC Blog
Latest News and Information from The New Jersey Vein and Vascular Center
How the Summer Heat Affects Your Veins
Summer is here! It’s the time of year to go to the beach, hike, or simply enjoy relaxing on your deck. Throughout the season, your first concern may be the sun’s effect on your skin. But, did you know how seriously the summer heat affects your veins?
Protect Your Skin from the Sun
Excessive exposure to the sun can affect your skin in various ways. To protect your skin from the sun, there are several things to keep in mind.
The Venous Ultrasound: How It Works
Medical technology has revolutionized the world of healthcare. Every day, new discoveries and practices are being implemented that result in better diagnoses, treatments, and overall patient experience. The use of ultrasound is a very common and risk-free tool that is often used throughout the stages of venous diagnoses and treatment.
Cause and Prevention of Common Vein Conditions
Unsightly veins on your legs may be trying to tell you something, but what? If you’ve seen the appearance of bulging veins or blood vessels on your skin, you may have a vein condition. Understanding the cause and prevention of common vein conditions is the best way to...
How Proper Moisturizing Protects Your Skin
Has the weather made your skin dry? Are you fighting the signs of aging? Do you want healthy looking skin? Hydrate your face and reap the rewards. Here’s how proper moisturizing protects your skin:The Benefits of Moisturizer Offers protection from the sun (don’t...
The Benefits of Compression Stockings
The thought of wearing compression stockings may conjure up the image of a grandma with rolled down, knee-high flesh-colored socks. However, compression stockings provide many benefits not only for the “young-at-heart” but for all ages. To truly appreciate the...
7 Myths about Varicose Veins
Varicose Veins are unsightly enlarged and gnarled veins that you often see on the legs and feet. The reality is that any vein in the body can be affected. They’re most common in the lower body because those veins deal with the most stress in our day to day lives....
