EVA Vein Care
EVA Vein Care at Canada Diagnostic Center, 136-555 West 12th Avenue V5Z 3X7 Vancouver, BC, Canada

Our patients often ask: "What can I do at home to improve my venous health?" A few quick tips: 1) Regular exercise that includes using the calf muscles (running, walking, hiking etc.) to encourage venous return via the deep system.*... 2) Consider wearing compression stockings during extended travel or extended periods of standing. 3) Avoid crossing your legs (this can cause damage to the valves and encourage veins to enlarge and engorge. 4) Increase venous tone through your diet: flavonoids have been shown in some studies to improve venous tone and health.* While the above steps may help to slow the progression/development of varicose veins, please remember that genetics and age are both large contributors to the formation of varicose veins. If you have a family member who suffers from varicose veins, you are more likely than others to develop varicose veins in your lifetime. Varicose veins are also more likely to develop in those over 50 years of age and are more prevalent in females than in males. People with occupations that require long periods of standing (e.g. lecturers, restaurant servers) are more likely to develop varicose veins as well. Remember: not all varicose veins are cosmetic! Sometimes varicose veins are an indicator of a more serious, underlying condition; please consult your physician should you begin to develop varicose veins or inexplicable discomfort in your legs. *Please consult your physician prior to beginning a new exercise regimen or modifying your diet.

What is the difference between spider veins, reticular veins and varicose veins? All three of these conditions are caused by the same hemodynamic dysfunction: chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when your veins are no longer functioning efficiently. Veins have one-way valves that facilitate the flow of blood towards the heart and prevent backflow (venous reflux). When these valves malfunction (valvular incompetence), blood begins to pool wi...thin the affected vein. Varicose veins often occur in the legs due to the increased distance from the heart and gravity further slows upward flow. Spider veins: are the smallest type of diseased vein in this spectrum, appearing as a nest of blue or red tiny veins just under the surface of the skin, which do not protrude from beneath the skin. Reticular veins: are larger than spider veins but smaller than varicose veins; they are usually about 2 mm in diameter and often blue or purple in color. As with spider veins, reticular veins do not protrude from beneath the skin. Varicose veins: are the largest type of disease vein in this spectrum and appear as dilated, tortuous veins that protrude from beneath the skin.

Season's Greetings from everyone at EVA Vein Care!

Our patients often ask: "What can I do at home to improve my venous health?" A few quick tips: 1) Regular exercise that includes using the calf muscles (running, walking, hiking etc.) to encourage venous return via the deep system.*... 2) Consider wearing compression stockings during extended travel or extended periods of standing. 3) Avoid crossing your legs (this can cause damage to the valves and encourage veins to enlarge and engorge. 4) Increase venous tone through your diet: flavonoids have been shown in some studies to improve venous tone and health.* While the above steps may help to slow the progression/development of varicose veins, please remember that genetics and age are both large contributors to the formation of varicose veins. If you have a family member who suffers from varicose veins, you are more likely than others to develop varicose veins in your lifetime. Varicose veins are also more likely to develop in those over 50 years of age and are more prevalent in females than in males. People with occupations that require long periods of standing (e.g. lecturers, restaurant servers) are more likely to develop varicose veins as well. Remember: not all varicose veins are cosmetic! Sometimes varicose veins are an indicator of a more serious, underlying condition; please consult your physician should you begin to develop varicose veins or inexplicable discomfort in your legs. *Please consult your physician prior to beginning a new exercise regimen or modifying your diet.

Height may be a risk factor for #varicoseveins - study finds. "The taller you are, the more likely you are to develop varicose veins, according to a study led by Stanford University School of Medicine..." http://bit.ly/362esif

What is the difference between Varicose Veins and Deep Vein Thrombosis? A varicose vein is a vein with dysfunctional valves, in which blood can flow backwards (rather than back up to the heart). Blood begins to pool within the vein, causing it to enlarge as well as become more tortuous. Varicose veins are most common in the superficial veins of the legs. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), is a condition where blood clots form within the deep veins of the leg, thereby restricting no...rmal blood flow. #VaricoseVeins #DVT #deepveinthrombosis

Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at EVA Vein Care!

Five-Year Outcomes of a Randomized Trial of Treatments for Varicose Veins. A recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine concludes: "In a randomized trial of treatments for varicose veins, disease-specific quality of life 5 years after treatment was better after laser ablation or surgery than after foam sclerotherapy." EVA Vein Care offers ClosureFast (Radiofrequency Ablation)considered superior to laser ablationas a minimally invasive alternative to surgery: http:/.../www.evaveincare.com/closurefast.html https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1805186

ASK THE EXPERT - Question 3: What are venoactive drugs and how can they be used to treat varicose veins? Question answered by Dr. David Liu of EVA Vein Care. https://youtu.be/ITE19O3fj4k

ASK THE EXPERT - Question 2: How is Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) treated using compression stockings? Question answered by Dr. David Liu of EVA Vein Care. https://youtu.be/XhfkMEr8G-0

ASK THE EXPERT: What are the signs and symptoms of Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI)? Question answered by Dr. David Liu of EVA Vein Care. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUDn6-i4FGU

Do Your Legs Hurt in Summer? It Might be Chronic Venous Disease. https://whenwomeninspire.com//legs-hurt-in-summer-chronic/

https://www.thestar.com//how-one-millennial-confronted-her

If your parents or grandparents had them, you may want to read this.

Varicose veins? Don't delay treatment because you're worried about invasive surgical procedures. EVA Vein Care offers several minimally-invasive treatment options. Contact us to schedule an assessment. https://bit.ly/2JT0wvT

Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is not just an affliction that affects middle-aged women; over 40% of men also suffer from various degrees of CVI. Symptoms of CVI are: visible varicose veins, aching leg pain, leg fatigue, swelling, and/or leg heaviness. Consult your doctor if you're symptomatic. #VaricoseVeins #EVAVeinCare

What are the risk factors for varicose veins? Genetics and age are both large contributors to the formation of varicose veins. If you have a family member who suffers from varicose veins, you are more likely than others to develop varicose veins in your lifetime. Varicose veins are also more likely to develop in those over 50 years of age and is more prevalent in females than in males. People with occupations that require long periods of standing (e.g. lecturers, restaurant s...ervers) are more likely to develop varicose veins as well. If you have questions, please leave a comment below, message us directly, or call/email via our website: @www.evaveincare.com #evaveincare #venousinsufficiency #chronicvenousinsufficiency #varicoseveins #varicoseveintreatments

Will my varicose veins return after treatment? Studies have demonstrated that approximately 95% of the veins that we target with sclerosant, glue or heat will remain closed. Our treatment plan is intended to treat all visible veins and also the underlying causes of those visible veins. Due to the fact that varicose veins have a genetic component (i.e. run in the family), there is a 15% chance of new veins forming at 5 years. If you have questions, please leave a comment below..., message us directly, or call/email via our website: @www.evaveincare.com https://youtu.be/r_k68cF8cEg #evaveincare #varithena #varicoseveins #venaseal #sclerotherapy

Summer is just around the corner! EVA Vein Care is a Vancouver-based medical practice that specializes in minimally-invasive procedures to treat varicose veins. Check-out the procedures we offer: ... http://www.evaveincare.com/procedures.html #varicoseveins #varicoseveintreatmentvancouver #veinclinicvancouver

We receive lots of great questions from our patients; here is a question that we get asked frequently: "What happens when a physician removes or closes a varicose vein; don't I need the veins in my legs?" Everyone has numerous veins in their legs that facilitate the return of blood to the heart for re-oxygenation. These veins are classified as either superficial veins (i.e. close to the skin surface) or deep veins (i.e. deep within the muscles of the legs). A varicose vein is... one that has become diseased and is no longer capable of assisting the heart with the movement of blood (back towards the heart); as a result, other veins in the vicinity must compensate. In essence, these diseased veins or varicose veins are superfluous and can safely be removed without compromising the other functioning veins in the leg. If you have questions, please leave a comment below, message us directly, or call/email via our website: @www.evaveincare.com

How does EVA Vein Care differ from medical spas? Many 'medical spas' that specialize primarily in hair removal, cosmetic-based skin therapies and varicose vein treatments are not physician run or physician operated. These clinics are not registered with the British Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons and operate in non-accredited facilities. EVA Vein Care is a physician-operated clinic that specializes in venous disease management and treatment. Our physicians and nur...Continue reading

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Have you ever wondered what happens when a physician removes or closes a varicose vein? Have you ever thought: "dont I need the veins in my legs?" You're not alone, it's a valid question. Everyone has numerous veins in their legs that facilitate the return of blood to the heart for re-oxygenation. The blood is then redistributed throughout the body. These veins are classified as superficial veins (i.e. close to the skin surface) or deep veins (i.e. deep within the muscles of... the legs). A varicose vein is one that has become diseased and is no longer capable of assisting the heart with the movement of blood (back towards the heart); as a result, other veins in the vicinity must compensate. In essence, these diseased veins or varicose veins are superfluous and can safely be removed without compromising the other functioning veins in the leg. Check-out the procedures we offer: http://www.evaveincare.com/procedures.html

"In what researchers are calling 'the largest genetic study ever performed' on varicose vein disease, a Stanford University School of Medicine study found a person's height to be a significant risk factor for developing #varicoseveins." https://www.cnn.com//varicose-veins-tall-peopl/index.html

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/h/a19936475/varicose-veins/

EVA Vein Care is a Vancouver-based medical practice that specializes in minimally-invasive procedures to treat varicose veins. Check-out the procedures we offer: http://www.evaveincare.com/procedures.html #varicoseveins #varicoseveintreatmentvancouver #veinclinicvancouver

Last weekend, EVA Vein Care's Dr. David Liu gave a presentation at the the Pri-Med UPDATES Conference in Calgary, Alberta. His presentation titled: "Superficial Chronic Venous Disease (sCVD) and Varicose Veins A Burdensome, Yet Under-Recognized Problem" was presented to an audience of primary care healthcare professionals. Dr. Liu covered the following topics in his presentation: 1) The pathophysiology of superficial chronic venous disease. 2) The relationship between the p...resentation of varicose veins and sCVD. 3) The CEAP classification system for sCVD. 4) Diagnostic evaluation of sCVD. 5) Treatment options for sCVD. Pri-Med UPDATES is Canada's premier continuing medical education (CME) conference series for Primary Care Healthcare Professionals including Family Physicians, Pharmacists, Nurse Practitioners and Students. #evaveincare #varicoseveins #varicoseveintreatments

How do varicose veins form? https://wb.md/2xlAkIb

Yesterday, the First Lady of the United States (#FLOTUS) underwent a kidney #embolization procedure. The general media referred to the procedure as "surgery" which is incorrect. Embolization is not surgery, it's a procedure performed by #InterventionalRadiologists - specialists trained in image-guided therapies. EVA Vein Care's medical staff is comprised entirely of interventional radiologists. #MinimallyInvasive #WithoutaScalpel https://bit.ly/2GkzwlR

Are varicose veins keeping you from showing-off your legs? EVA Vein Care specializes in minimally invasive varicose vein procedures. Call us today to schedule a comprehensive assessment: 1.844.382.8346. #VenaSeal #Varithena #ClosureFast #Sclerotherapy #MinimallyInvasive

New prostate therapy recommended on National Health Services - UK. A new treatment for non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia), a very common condition in older men, has been recommended for use by the NHS in the United Kingdom. This groundbreaking procedure is called prostate artery embolisation (PAE). Using a small catheter, an interventional radiologist injects synthetic microbeads into the prostatic artery. The microbeads restrict blood flow within the small branches of the prostatic arteries. The reduction in blood flow causes the enlarged prostate to shrink. EVA Vein Cares Medical Director, Dr. John Chung, is the clinical lead for this innovative procedure at VGH. https://www-bbc-co-uk.cdn.ampproject.org///health-43877002

Check-out this great article about lower extremity veins and associated diseases (e.g. varicose veins). It's written in a logical and comprehensible manner. By Dr. Aaron Fritts, M.D. https://www-dallasvi-com.cdn.ampproject.org//Types-of-lowe