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Varicose Vein Education
Why Do My Legs Ache at the End of the Day?
If you find yourself sitting down at the end of the day and noticing that your legs feel heavy, achy, or swollen, you are not alone. "Why do my legs ache at the end of the day?" is one of the most common questions we hear from patients at Stratford Vein Clinic, and it...
Do My Veins Need Treatment? How to Know When It Is Time to Act
If you have noticed ropy, bulging veins on your legs, or you find yourself dealing with heaviness, aching, or swelling that gets worse as the day goes on, you have probably asked yourself some version of this question: do my veins need treatment, or can I manage it on...
Can Varicose Veins Be Prevented?
If you suffer from varicose veins, you are not alone!
What happens during EVLT
You will be awake and we will guide you through the entire process
Varicose Veins and Pregnancy
During pregnancy, many women experience more symptomatic varicose veins - as if there’s not enough already they have to deal with! The worsening symptoms can occur due to several reasons: Pregnant bodies produce higher levels of the progesterone hormone. Progesterone...
What is Chronic Venous Insufficiency?
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) when the valves inside the veins in your legs are damaged
Compression stockings – why bother?
You should consider wearing compression stockings if you suffer from varicose veins symptoms, such as pain, aching, swelling, or blood circulation problems. Compression stockings have different recommended strengths and styles, and it would be best to consult your...
Conservative Treatments for Varicose Veins
Varicose Veins symptoms can come in all forms and stages, ranging from very mild cosmetic issues to severe pains and, in some cases, even causing open wounds on the legs (ulcers). Although there are various vein treatment options nowadays, some patients stick to...
Stratford Vein Clinic serves patients from across Southwestern Ontario. Our team of medical professionals provide varicose vein treatments including EVLT, Ultrasound-Guided Foam Sclerotherapy, Microphlebectomy, and Vein Stripping.
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