Deep Vein Thrombosis Awareness Month
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, typically in the leg. A blood clot is a gel-like mass formed by platelets that can block a vein. This causes significant problems, as blood flow past the clot is decreased.
March Promotion: Sclerotherapy Savings
Warm weather is right around the corner! As we head into the final weeks of winter, it’s time to start thinking about sunshine, fresh air and showing off our legs. If you have been hiding spider veins under jeans, leggings and tall boots, it’s important to address this cosmetic issue before it gets worse.
Vein Information Session at Wheeler YMCA
You’re invited to an Open Session with Dr. Alfred Gladstone at the Wheeler Regional Family YMCA in Plainville! Dr. Gladstone is a Board-Certified Interventional Radiologist and a member of Midstate Radiology Associates. Meet the physician, find out more about vein disease and get answers to all your questions.
Tips to Improve Circulation in the Legs
It’s common to feel “pins and needles” after sitting in one position for a long period of time, but when does this sensation indicate a more serious problem? If you often experience numbness or tingling in your extremities, you could have poor blood circulation.
February: Fall In Love With Your Skin
Cold and blistering winter weather in New England can take a toll on our skin, leaving it to feel dry and damaged. When seasons change and the air regains moisture, we feel better – but what about those stubborn lines and wrinkles? This February, be your own valentine and treat yourself to an appointment at the Vein Centers of CT.