Varicose veins are more than just a cosmetic problem: the unsightly bulges might result in serious health problems such as leg ulcers, thromboses or even pulmonary embolisms. Veins have one-way valves that are designed to close against the backflow of blood. Since veins are thin-walled, this mechanism is essential in order to prevent the pooling […]

Surgery is a serious proposition for anyone, but what if your career depends on it?  Thoracic outlet syndrome is a condition that occur when blood vessels or nerves in the space between your collarbone and your first rib are compressed.  It can cause numbness in your fingers and pain in your shoulder.  While this provides […]