Have You Been diagnosed with PAD ?

Heavy legs can indicate that they are subject to heavy loads. After a long period of sitting or standing, you might prefer to put your feet up and rest your legs in the evening. Your legs can also feel heavy after long journeys. Heavy legs and aching in the evenings can mean that the blood is pooling in the legs and not getting back up to the heart efficiently.  This is known as venous reflux disease, the underlying cause of varicose veins.  This condition is common and easily treated in our office setting. Leg pain with activities such as walking can indicate there is not enough oxygenated blood reaching the leg muscles.  This is due to PAD . If you notice swelling in the evenings or have pain in your legs, you should consult a vascular specialist immediately. To schedule a free screening at a VidaVascular office in Northern Virginia (convenient to Springfield, Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, Woodbridge), Maryland (convenient to National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Wald...

  Ignoring the Symptoms of Uterine Fibroids Can Lead to More Problems with Your Health Issues that can worsen if fibroids are not treated: 1. The continued growth of fibroids can cause worsening pelvic pain and discomfort. 2. Bleeding during your menstrual cycle can worsen, leading to anemia (low blood levels) which could possibly require a blood transfusion and cause severe fatigue. 3. If a fibroid blocks the uterine cavity, it could require emergency surgery. 4. If a fibroid presses on the bladder, it could cause urine to back up into the kidneys, eventually leading to urinary tract infections and requiring a tube to drain the kidney A Treatment for Uterine Fibroids You Need to Know About  UTERINE FIBROID EMBOLIZATION TREATMENT –UFE  Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a non-surgical permanent treatment for fibroids. Compared to the surgical options, UFE results in fewer complications, no hospital stay, and a quicker recovery time.   Long-t...

   - PAD Awareness Month  Leg pain  with exercise usually is normal. But severe pain when you are only walking a short distance may be a sign of a condition called peripheral artery disease(PAD) . This condition, also known as peripheral vascular disease. As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports, about 8.5 million Americans have peripheral artery disease, including 12 to 20 percent of people older than 60.   Whatcan I do to prevent peripheral arterial disease? Because PAD most commonly results from atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries, you can reduce your risk for developing the condition by following these guidelines: 1.      Don't smoke. 2.      If you have diabetes, see your health care provider regularly and follow all diet and medication instructions. 3.      Lower your blood pressure if it is high. 4.      Eat foods low in fat and cholesterol...

PAD can lead to complications, including Trouble managing daily activities without help due to reduced mobility. Chronic (long-term) poor blood flow in your leg. Peripheral arterial disease, or PAD , can be a wake-up call for more extensive problems such as heart disease. We often think of clogged artery disease, or arteriosclerosis, as something that only happens in the heart. Yet for some people, the leg pain caused by PAD acts as an “early warning” that someone is at high risk for a heart attack or a stroke. You may have lower extremity PAD if you have muscle pain or weakness that begins with physical activity, such as walking and stops within minutes after resting. To schedule a free screening at a VidaVascular office in Northern Virginia (convenient to Springfield, Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, Woodbridge), Maryland (convenient to National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Waldorf, La Plata, and Clinton), and Washington DC.,   Call us today! 866-800-2346   Visit Us at: htt...

Peripheral artery disease(PAD) , a type of peripheral vascular disease, is a condition that restricts blood flow to the limbs, especially the legs. PAD affects between 8 to 12 million Americans, mainly those over age 50. The disease results in poor circulation, increased risk of stroke, gangrene, the need for amputation, and even, in the most extreme cases, death. 5 RISK FACTORS FOR PAD THAT YOUMAY NOT KNOW 1. Age Over 50 2. African Ethnicity 3. Hypertension 4. Smoking 5. High Bad Cholesterol/Low Good Cholesterol Studies have also suggested that early vascular care intervention shows an increase in life expectancy in PAD patients. To schedule a free screening at a VidaVascular office in Northern Virginia (convenient to Springfield, Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, Woodbridge), Maryland (convenient to National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Waldorf, La Plata, and Clinton), and Washington DC., Call us today! 866-800-2346   Visit Us at: https://www.vidavascular.com/vascular-cen...

  Do you have swelling or pain during or after walking? It is important to seek treatment from an experienced vascular specialist, plan the ideal treatment strategy, and get the best results that you can. VidaVascular experts perform the following procedures for varicose veins: 1. Endovenous Ablation for venous reflux disease 2. Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy for varicose veins 3. Cosmetic sclerotherapy for spider veins   At VidaVascular, we are not here just for your veins!  Sometimes leg pain can be caused by peripheral (leg) artery disease, also called PAD.  At all of our locations, we can evaluate for PAD as well.  This is an important condition that should be treated early before it causes serious problems later. To schedule a free screening at a VidaVascular office in Northern Virginia (convenient to Springfield, Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, Woodbridge), Maryland (convenient to National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Waldorf, La Plata, and Cli...

  Endovenous Ablation (EVA) is a minimally invasive, more desirable alternative for the treatment of painful, unsightly varicose veins.   These veins can be removed in the office and the procedure allows patients to return to normal activity immediately! Endovenous Ablation (EVA) is an effective method for getting rid of varicose veins, a condition caused when vein valves do not close correctly, therefore allowing blood to pool in the affected area. Veins begin to bulge as blood pushes against the vein walls. The result can be very painful, causing the legs to ache and swell. We can help you! Show off your Healthy Legs! To schedule a free screening at a VidaVascular office in Northern Virginia (convenient to Springfield, Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, Woodbridge), Maryland (convenient to National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Waldorf, La Plata, and Clinton), and Washington DC., Call us today! 866-800-2346   Visit Us at: https://www.vidavascular.com/vascular-center/