by Washington Vascular Specialists | Apr 3, 2024 | Washington Vascular
Uncovering the Connection Between Vascular Health and Toe Ulcers Toe amputations are on the rise. Studies show that these minor amputations have a 17.7% chance of leading to major lower limb amputations. Although they appear small, toe ulcers could be signs of...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Apr 3, 2024 | Washington Vascular
Exploring Common Causes of Calf Pain Calf pain is a musculoskeletal discomfort developed at the backside of the lower leg. The calf consists of 2 muscles, which are known as the gastrocnemius and the soleus. They come together at the Achilles tendon, which is fixed to...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Mar 19, 2024 | Washington Vascular
Uncovering Vascular Causes of Walking Pain Stability, flexibility, and strength are the primary characteristics of your lower limbs. All these aspects help with walking, which is one of the best activities for optimal health. But what if you experience pain when...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Mar 19, 2024 | Washington Vascular
Uncovering the Vascular Causes of Leg Pain and Swelling Vascular causes of leg pain and swelling are issues that affect blood vessels in the body’s extremities. The vessels, in this case, are the veins and arteries, and when they are not functioning at optimum,...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Feb 19, 2024 | Washington Vascular
Understanding the Different Types of Vascular Diseases Vascular diseases are those that affect the blood vessels in our body, interfering with normal circulation of blood. Such conditions may result in serious health complications and it’s important to become aware of...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Feb 19, 2024 | Washington Vascular
The Basics of Vascular Wound Care: What You Need to Know Vascular wound care is one of the essential services you would get from specialist care. However, there will also be a significant part that requires you to care for the wounds at home, so it helps to know the...