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What Causes PAD? How to Take Preventive Action
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) can slow you down, but knowing the causes and taking preventive steps can keep your blood circulating freely. Learn what puts you at risk and how to protect your vascular health before symptoms start.
Apr 2nd, 2025
Wound Care 101

Wound Care 101
Do you have a wound that won’t heal? It’s time to call in the experts at Advanced Vascular Solutions. But before you get here, take a closer look at what’s involved in our comprehensive wound care services.
Feb 12th, 2025
Leg Pain After Exercise: What Does It Mean?

Leg Pain After Exercise: What Does It Mean?
There’s soreness, there’s injury, and then there’s pain due to an underlying health problem. This blog dissects the common causes of post-exercise leg pain to help you know when and where to get help.
Dec 12th, 2024
Smoking and PAD: What You Should Know

Smoking and PAD: What You Should Know
The bad news is that smoking doubles or triples your chance of getting peripheral artery disease (PAD). The good news is that you can reverse that start by quitting. Here’s the connection between tobacco and PAD. 
Oct 18th, 2024
Why Do My Legs Look Swollen at Night?

Why Do My Legs Look Swollen at Night?
As the sun goes down, your legs swell up — what gives? Here, our experts uncover some possible causes behind leg swelling and why it’s a symptom you should never ignore. Keep reading to learn more. 
Jul 25th, 2024
Can Spider Veins Turn into Varicose Veins?

Can Spider Veins Turn into Varicose Veins?
Most people want to get rid of spider veins for cosmetic reasons. If you’re reading this, you’re likely more worried about what spider veins can turn into. Here, we answer all your questions about what to expect from spider veins.
Jun 20th, 2024
4 Essential Tips to Relieve Leg Pain

4 Essential Tips to Relieve Leg Pain
You can stretch out a cramp and rub out a sore muscle, but leg pain that stems from a vascular condition won’t go away so easily. Here, we outline a few simple strategies to improve your pain and keep your vascular health in tip-top shape.
Apr 1st, 2024
When to Worry About a Hangnail with Diabetes

When to Worry About a Hangnail with Diabetes
Hangnails might not seem like a major health threat, but if you have diabetes, they could be the first step toward a serious issue. Our experts cover it all, including your treatment options, in this blog. 
Mar 12th, 2024
Are Spider Veins Dangerous?

Are Spider Veins Dangerous?
Those blueish-purple veins don’t look healthy, but do they really warrant a trip to the doctor? Discover what spider veins mean for your health, and learn when to seek medical attention to get rid of them.
Feb 8th, 2024
Our Favorite Ways to Promote Healthy Circulation

Our Favorite Ways to Promote Healthy Circulation
It’s time to get serious about your cardiovascular health, and the best (and easiest) place to start is with your circulation. Keep reading for expert advice on simple, all-natural ways to improve your circulation.
Jan 11th, 2024
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Can I Still Work Out If I Have Peripheral Arterial Disease?
There was a time when you were active and mobile; now, peripheral arterial disease makes the simplest movements painful. But there's a way to maintain a healthy lifestyle despite your cardiovascular condition. We've got all the details for you here.
Nov 14th, 2023
The Link Between Losing Weight and Improved Leg Pain

The Link Between Losing Weight and Improved Leg Pain
Losing weight is a great way to get your health back on track, but you may not realize it can help you lose some pain, as well. Keep reading to find out how your weight affects your legs and get some practical tips on how to get in shape. 
Sep 2nd, 2023
Tips for Working Out When You Have Heart Disease

Tips for Working Out When You Have Heart Disease
When you have heart disease, you might think the last thing your heart needs is to work harder, but exercise is actually one of the best medicines. Here, we explain how to get your blood pumping with heart disease in mind.
Aug 1st, 2023
What Does a Wound Care Expert Do?

What Does a Wound Care Expert Do?
That sore looks suspicious and hasn’t healed in a while, and you know it’s time to seek help, but who do you call? Answer: a wound care expert. Here’s what you can expect when you see us for slow-healing or chronic wounds.
Jul 2nd, 2023
Nutrition Changes to Make to Support Your Vein Health

Nutrition Changes to Make to Support Your Vein Health
Looking for an easy, effective way to boost your vein health? You don’t have to look much farther than the edge of your plate. Here are our experts’ favorite vein-friendly diet changes you can start making today.
Jun 1st, 2023
The Link Between Varicose Veins and Leg Pain

The Link Between Varicose Veins and Leg Pain
If you've ever experienced varicose veins, you know how uncomfortable and unsightly they can be. But did you know varicose veins can also cause leg pain? Here, we explore the link between varicose veins and leg pain and how to manage the symptoms.
May 1st, 2023
When to Consider AAA Repair for Aneurysms

When to Consider AAA Repair for Aneurysms
Ready to stop wondering about your abdominal aortic aneurysm and start getting answers? You're in the right place. Keep reading to learn more about this type of aneurysm and when it's time to get help.
Feb 1st, 2023
What's the Best Way to Get Rid of Spider Veins?

What's the Best Way to Get Rid of Spider Veins?
When it comes to getting rid of spider veins, it takes getting below the surface and addressing the problem at the source — that’s where our advanced treatments come in. Keep reading to learn more.
Jan 1st, 2023
Is a Radiofrequency Ablation Procedure Painful?

Is a Radiofrequency Ablation Procedure Painful?
Wish there was a shut-off switch for your leg pain? It may sound too good to be true, but radiofrequency ablation makes pain-free treatment a reality. Here’s what you should know.
Dec 1st, 2022
Are Varicose Veins a Threat to My Health?

Are Varicose Veins a Threat to My Health?
The blueish-purple knots sticking out of your legs definitely look like a serious problem, but how do you know when or if they need medical attention? We’re taking the guesswork out of your health and giving you the 411 on varicose veins.
Oct 2nd, 2022
The Importance of Wound Care

The Importance of Wound Care
A cut or scrape may not seem like a big deal, but if you have an underlying health condition, your body may not be able to recover. The result? Serious, sometimes fatal complications. Here’s what you should know about the importance of wound care.
Aug 1st, 2022
What to Expect During an Ultrasound

What to Expect During an Ultrasound
An ultrasound is a painless, quick, and safe imaging test that creates pictures of the insides of your body. There are many types of ultrasounds. Click here to find out what you can expect during a vascular ultrasound.
Apr 1st, 2022
5 Different Treatments for Chronic Leg Pain

5 Different Treatments for Chronic Leg Pain
Chronic leg pain is a symptom of an underlying medical condition, not an unfortunate consequence of the aging process. Knowing the cause of your leg pain may help determine the right treatment. Click here to learn more.
Mar 1st, 2022
Am I at Risk for Arterial Disease?

Am I at Risk for Arterial Disease?
Do you have a history of high cholesterol or high blood pressure? Are you over the age of 50? You might be at risk for arterial disease. Click here to learn more about this common, often misdiagnosed, vascular condition.
Feb 1st, 2022
5 Types of Wounds That Don’t Heal

5 Types of Wounds That Don’t Heal
Your body has everything it needs to heal wounds. However, poor circulation may delay or prevent some injuries from healing. Click here to learn about common wounds that don’t heal.
Jan 1st, 2022
3 Vascular Causes of Leg Pain

3 Vascular Causes of Leg Pain
It’s not unusual to have leg pain after an intense leg workout or spending all day on your feet. But if your leg pain is a regular problem and it occurs with or without physical activity, you may have a vascular problem.
Dec 1st, 2021
How to Get Rid of Spider Veins

How to Get Rid of Spider Veins
Spider veins may be more than a cosmetic issue. They may be a sign of an underlying circulation problem. Whether aesthetic or medical, you can get rid of your spider veins. Click here to learn more.
Nov 1st, 2021
Stop the Pain With Radiofrequency Ablation

Stop the Pain With Radiofrequency Ablation
Your leg pain isn’t a normal part of the aging process. If you have varicose veins that itch, burn, or cause pain, it may be time to consider available treatment options. Here’s what you need to know about radiofrequency ablation.
Oct 14th, 2021
Signs of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)

Signs of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a common circulation problem that places you at higher risk of developing coronary artery disease and having a heart attack or stroke. Are you at risk? Click here to learn the common signs of PAD.
Aug 19th, 2021

Why You Should Never Ignore Leg Pain and Swelling
You might be tempted to ignore leg pain and swelling, attributing it to getting older or all those hours spent on your feet, fishing pole in water. However, chronic leg pain and swelling are often signs of vein disease and shouldn’t be ignored.
Jul 2nd, 2021