NJVVC Blog
Latest News and Information from The New Jersey Vein and Vascular Center
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....
Vitamins for Healthy Skin
What we eat affects our skin's appearance as much as the products we use regularly. Therefore, it's important to make sure that you eat healthy foods that contain the following vitamins for healthy skin. Vitamin D Most people think that you can only get vitamin D...
Everything You Need to Know About DVTs: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) is a serious condition that can be life threatening. It’s important to be aware of the signs, symptoms, and treatment to detect it quickly and seek help. Here is everything you need to know about DVTs: What is a DVT? Though you may not have...
Venous Insufficiency and When to See a Vascular Specialist
If you've experienced leg pain that seems to be emanating from a vein but are unsure what it is, it may be venous insufficiency. Pain, swelling, itchiness, leathery skin, or loss of cosmesis are symptoms of venous insufficiency and a warning of when to see a vascular...
