Vein Articles

If you live in or around the Walnut Creek area and you are in need of a vein specialist, you are in luck! The BASS Vein Center offers some of the best care for your veins in all of the Bay Area! Call 925-281-5912 or visit the BASS Vein Center today to speak with a specialist and schedule a consultation!

Are you having sclerotherapy to treat varicose veins? Here we explain what you can expect from the results of a sclerotherapy treatment for varicose veins.

VenaSeal treatment is a minimally invasive procedure to treat varicose veins. Here we explain how the VenaSeal treatment works and what to expect after the procedure is done.

The VenaSeal procedure can reduce or stop the backward flow of blood caused by venous reflux disease. Here’s how this treatment can improve many venous issues.

VenaSeal is one of the most recent treatment options for patients suffering from varicose vein issues. Here we explain what to expect from the recovery.

VenaSeal has proven to be both safe and highly effective by medical studies. Compared to other procedures that treat smaller veins, the risk of nerve damage from the VenaSeal procedure is greatly reduced.

Venous leg ulcers can be painful, sore, and unsightly. Do you suspect you have venous leg ulcers? Here we explain the different ways to treat this condition.

The VenaSeal procedure is a type of minimally invasive varicose vein treatment. Here is what you can expect from the recovery of a VenaSeal procedure.

A phlebotomist is trained to give shots, draw blood, and deal closely with veins. They are vein specialists trained to perform all sorts of bloodwork involving needles. They are not trained doctors or surgeons. Phlebotomists usually need a year to two years of training earned through a certificate or associate’s degree.

While there are many options to treat varicose veins, if possible, specialists often recommend laser treatments. Here we explain why they choose to do so.

Unlike men, women are more likely to suffer from varicose veins. Here we explain the main causes behind why this happens and how women can prevent having them.

VenaSeal is a vein treatment that uses cyanoacrylate to close and seal varicose veins. Learn here about the advantages treating varicose veins with VenaSeal.

Varicose Veins can be a scary sight at first if one doesn't know what they are. Click here to read more on varicose veins and how to treat them! The BASS Vein Center has a staff full of highly renowned vein and vascular surgeons waiting to help you get your veins back on track! Schedule a consult today.

While there are similarities, varicose veins and spider veins are not the same thing. Here’s how to spot the difference between these two venous diseases.

The varicose veins in your legs may be responsible for your Restless Leg Syndrome. Here we explain more about how to treat restless legs and varicose veins.