23rd September is Restless Legs Awareness Day. Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is also known as Willis-Ekbom disease. It is a common condition of the nervous system that causes an overwhelming urge to move the legs. It can also cause an unpleasant crawling or creeping sensation in the feet, calves and thighs. Symptoms are typically worse […]
Don’t Ignore varicose veins – Treatment options
At enhanceskin, we’re known throughout Nelson and Marlborough for the varicose vein treatment options we offer. Many people visit us because of the visible, unsightly veins that render them unable to wear shorts. Others come because of the painful symptoms that they no longer wish to live with. But beneath the surface, there’s another reason […]
Venaseal benefits explained
At enhanceskin, we’ve been leading the way in varicose vein treatments in Nelson & Blenheim for many years. It’s been just over twelve months since we first introduced the newest varicose vein treatment we offer – Venaseal. This groundbreaking treatment is also known as the ‘superglue’ treatment. It uses a proprietary medical adhesive delivered endovenously, […]
Varicose Vein Stripping – It’s not a good thing…
If you suffer from varicose veins, there’s a chance that somebody will have mentioned vein stripping to you as a solution… You won’t have heard it from us! When this outdated surgical procedure is performed, general (or sometimes spinal) anaesthesia is used. A surgeon cuts in to your groin to tie off the saphenous vein […]
What exactly is Phlebitis?
Phlebitis and varicose veins generally both occur in the legs. While phlebitis can present in patients who also suffer from varicose veins, the two conditions shouldn’t be confused as one and the same thing. So, in this week’s blog we thought we’d look at the symptoms of phlebitis, and how we can help. What is […]
Varicose Veins – 5 questions answered
Spring is here and as you reach for your shorts and skirts at the back of your wardrobe will you be one of those people who wish you’d had your varicose veins treated over the winter months? The good news is that you can, of course, have them treated at any time of year. The […]
Varicose Veins and Pregnancy
Unfortunately, it’s a fact of life, that varicose veins and pregnancy can often go hand in hand. So, in this article David explores the uncomfortable truth for some expectant or new Mums. Varicose veins commonly develop in pregnancy because the gravid (enlarged pregnant) uterus grows and prevents the usual outflow of blood back from the […]
Varicose Vein Treatment… Winter is coming to Nelson!
What a marvellous summer we have had in Nelson, but the first fall of snow on the mountains means that winter is only just around the corner. This, in turn, means it’s time to think about Varicose Vein treatment. Here are three reasons why winter in Nelson is the perfect time to opt for Varicose […]
Varicose Vein symptoms – A pain in the leg
Do your legs often feel achy, heavy or tired? Or do you sometimes feel a burning or throbbing sensation in your legs? If so, you may have varicose veins. Sadly, venous disease often goes unnoticed and untreated because people aren’t aware that varicose vein symptoms don’t always manifest visibly. Every day New Zealanders are walking […]
The difference between Spider Veins and Varicose Veins
At enhanceskin we treat spider veins and varicose veins, and although both types of vein disorder stem from the same disease processes, their visual symptoms are very different, as are the treatments we use to combat them. What they look like: Spider Veins – These small, thin red and bluish veins develop close to the […]
