Posts by Jason Babcock, MBA ACRP-CP
RadioFrequency Ablation: How it works
Perhaps the most important thing to know about Radiofrequency Vein Ablation, is that it has a high success rate in treatment of varicose veins. Additionally, it is minimally invasive, minimally painful, has low rates of complication, can be performed in-office, and has a very rapid recovery time, usually about a day. The Venous Ablation Process…
Read MoreCommon Symptoms of CVI – Should you be concerned?
The concern about having or developing Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is a great reason to have your varicose veins fully assessed by a qualified Vein Specialist. Why should I be concerned about the symptoms of Chronic Veins Insufficiency? Chronic Venous Insufficiency, also known as Venous Reflux Disease or Venous Stasis, refers to a condition of inadequate…
Read MoreCan Varicose Vein Pain be Eliminated?
Can Varicose Vein Pain be Eliminated? It is the end of a long day, and suddenly you realize that the varicose veins that you barely considered this morning are working hard to get your attention. They ache, and your legs feel heavy and are getting swollen. Especially if you have been ignoring them all day,…
Read MoreGilbert Residents Discuss Treatment of Venous Insufficiency
A group of Gilbert Arizona Residents concerned about Chronic Venous Insufficiency gathered on Saturday July 16th for an interactive discussion on CVI symptoms, causes and treatments. Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Venous Reflux Disease and Varicose Veins affect over 30 million American men and women. Unfortunately, many do not get treated as they believe varicose veins are…
Read MoreThe Newest Procedure for Varicose Veins Treatment
The newest procedure for the treatment of varicose veins was approved by the FDA about two years ago. It is what has been termed a non-tumescent non-thermal therapy. What this means is that it does not require a lot of numbing medicine to complete, and it does not use a heating element to close or…
Read MoreSummer Travel Advice for avoiding Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis and Travel Ready to enjoy some summer time travel? Make sure your trip is not shortened by a serious health concern. Small, cramped seating on an airplane, or sitting in a car for a prolonged period of time, may be more of a problem that just causing discomfort. Inactivity in a confined…
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