Posts by Jason Babcock, MBA ACRP-CP
Could Low Testosterone Increase the Risk of Varicose Veins in Men?
It’s a common misconception only women suffer from varicose veins, however, it is estimated that somewhere between 15% and 45% of men will develop varicose veins or venous insufficiency at some point in their lives. The exact number is unknown, primarily because a significant number of men do not seek treatment for vein disorders. There…
Read MoreWhat Lurks Beneath: Beware of Varicose Veins Symptoms
Here is the thing: you could have varicose veins and not even realize it. While we associate the term varicose veins with the really obvious blue and twisty bulges that make our legs look like road maps, this is not always the case. Varicose veins occur when the valves in the veins—designed to prevent the…
Read MoreBuenas noticias si usted pregunta, "¿cubre el seguro el tratamiento de las venas varicosas?"
Usted podría estar pensando que sus varices son sólo un problema cosmético, pero podrían ser una señal de que su salud vascular está comprometido. Si ese es el caso, y si usted está sufriendo de insuficiencia venosa (CVI), es casi seguro que su proveedor de beneficios de salud cubrirá la mayoría si no todos los…
Read MoreGood News if you ask, “Does Insurance Cover Varicose Vein Treatment?”
You might be thinking that your varicose veins are just a cosmetic issue, but they could be a sign that your vascular health is compromised. If that is the case, and if you are suffering from venous insufficiency (CVI), it is almost certain that your health benefits provider will cover most if not all of the…
Read More8 Common Myths About Spider Veins
There are a lot of myths and misconceptions when it comes to spider veins. So we asked Jilanne Rose, DPN, ANP-C, a top Metro Phoenix Vein Specialist, to dispel some of the more frequent misconceptions surrounding the cause, risk factors, and treatment of this common vein condition. Myth #1: Spider Veins are Only Cosmetic Many people…
Read MoreJilanne Rose, ANP-C – Presenting at “Your Health Matters” Seminar
Jilanne Rose, ANP-C, and Clinical Director at the Advanced Vein Institute of Arizona has been asked to speak at the “Your Health Matters” Seminar on Thursday, January 26th at 10am. The seminar is being hosted by Generations Senior Living in Gilbert Arizona.
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