Norman Chideckel MD Vein Center
212-993-6133

Welcome to the Vascular Surgery and Vein Center

Welcome to the Vascular Surgery and Vein Center, a comprehensive vascular practice providing state-of-the-art care to patients throughout the tri-state area. Under the direction of board-certified surgeon Dr. Norman Chideckel, we utilize our advanced skills and many years of experience to help patients achieve clear, beautiful and healthy legs.

With our convenient Manhattan location, Dr. Chideckel offers patients a wide range of services to treat varicose and spider veins, deep vein thrombosis, and other vascular conditions, including:

Dedicated to helping patients achieve their desired results through the most effective and minimally invasive treatments available, Dr. Chideckel and his staff take the time to talk with each individual patient and address any concerns or questions they may have before undergoing treatment. Your comfort and satisfaction are among our top priorities.

To learn more about the services provided by Dr. Chideckel, please contact us to schedule an appointment. We always welcome new patients and look forward to meeting you.

Vascular Surgery & Vein Center
108 East 96th Street
Front 1
New York, NY 10128
Call us today at 212-993-6133 to schedule an appointment.

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Category Archives: Varicose Vein Myths

Varicose Vein Myths You Probably Believed

There are many things you may have been told about varicose veins, but what is true and what isn’t? There is no one thing that can cause varicose veins, although there are risk factors that could increase your chance or make varicose veins worse if you already have them.

Crossing Your Legs

You cannot get varicose veins just from crossing your legs. Although crossing your legs can cause extra pressure on the veins, it is not the main reason why a vein becomes varicose. However, if you already have varicose veins, it can exacerbate them through the extra pressure caused.

Hot Baths

If you love a hot bath, there is no need to worry, this will not cause veins to become varicose. The veins aid the body in regulating its temperature, therefore, when the skin is subject to heat, the veins, capillaries, and arteries work together to enable blood to flow closer or further from the skin, depending if they want to retain or lose heat. This will cause the skin to go red, but it has nothing to do with varicose veins and is a normal bodily reaction to heat. However, long exposure to heat is not recommended if you do have varicose veins, as it can cause blood pooling, but hot baths will not cause varicose veins.

Poor Circulation

Varicose veins are not a sign of poor circulation; it is a sign that a particular vein is damaged. It does not affect circulation as other veins will make up for the work of the affected vein. Veins are not the main blood vessel that aid in circulation. Veins take blood flow to the heart at a relatively low pressure. Arteries are mostly responsible for blood circulating around the body, pumping it through at a high pressure.

Standing for Long Periods

This also does not cause varicose veins. It is a risk factor and can make the valves relatively weak in the veins, as gravity is working against the veins for long periods of time. It can make the problem worse if you are already a sufferer from varicose veins. If you have varicose veins and do have a job where you stand for long periods, you may be advised to wear compression stockings.

If you are suffering from varicose veins, contact us today to schedule an appointment with the best varicose vein doctor in NYC.

Call us today at 212-993-6133 to schedule an appointment with the best Varicose vein treatment doctor in New York City.