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Latest News and Information from The New Jersey Vein and Vascular CenterCompression Therapy for Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are those unsightly bulging veins that you often see on legs or feet. If you have them, you’re probably aware of the discomfort or pain they can cause—especially after a long day of standing or sitting. Compression therapy helps reduce the inflammation...
6 Ways to Practice Self-Care
Self-care simply refers to taking care of ourselves so we can be the best version of ourselves. Self-care should be part of everyone’s life. We all deserve it. The American Psychological Association even encourages mental health professionals to practice self-care to...
How to Understand Your Body to Improve Your Health
We all understand the importance of being good listeners. Actively listening to others creates trust, collaboration, and prevents misunderstandings. But how many of us listen to what our bodies are trying to tell us? Learn how to understand your body to improve your...
Building Your Immune System to Resist Colds & Flu
It’s important to build your immune system to resist colds and flu. And it’s good to know, many of the steps we provide here offer additional benefits—including helping to prevent heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even varicose veins! The start of winter makes us...
Superfoods That Can Help Fight Inflammation and Pain
Today the word superfood enjoys widespread use and is the highest compliment a food can receive! It means that the food has unusually high levels of nutrients and offers a variety of significant health benefits. Happily, there are superfoods that can even help fight...
Sclerotherapy – How Long Does It Last?
The state-of-the-art treatment for eliminating unsightly or bothersome veins is sclerotherapy. This popular, minimally invasive treatment is highly effective in reducing the symptoms and appearance of certain veins. But a common question about sclerotherapy is how...
Warning Signs and Diagnosing Varicose Vein Disease
Learn the warning signs and why a proper diagnosis of varicose vein disease is so important. Do you get cramps in your legs overnight or have restless legs? Are your legs often itchy for no apparent reason? The cause of your discomfort may have been misdiagnosed as...