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My Foot Wound Won’t Heal! What Should I Do?

If you have an open sore on your foot that just won’t repair itself, monitor it. If you’ve seen no improvement after a couple of weeks, you need to see a doctor. 

Aug 14th, 2026

Banish Spider Veins and Varicose Veins This Summer

Don’t let varicose or spider veins keep you from enjoying shorts and swimsuit season. Explore your treatment options for both here.

Jul 16th, 2026

Do You Have Early-Stage PAD? These Lifestyle Strategies May Help You Reverse It

You don’t have any symptoms, but when you go to the doctor for a health screening, they tell you that you have early-stage peripheral artery disease (PAD). What do you do? Are you doomed to a lifetime of medication, or can you reverse your disease?

Jun 8th, 2026

Get Rid of Varicose Veins in Time for Swimsuit Season: 3 Non-Surgical Treatment Options

Varicose veins don’t do you any favors. Not only do they mar the look of your legs and make you embarrassed during swimsuit season, they’re dysfunctional, too. Here’s how to get rid of them, without surgery.

May 1st, 2026

Living With Diabetic Neuropathy: 6 Strategies to Prevent Foot Ulcers

When you have diabetic neuropathy, you could injure your foot and not even know it. That unattended wound then becomes infected and begins to ulcerate, starting a cascade that could lead to amputation. Stop the cascade by preventing the ulcer.

Apr 1st, 2026

Varicose Veins And Blood Clots: Warning Signs You Should Know

March is Blood Clot Awareness Month. If you have varicose veins, the blood that pools behind their twists and torques is susceptible to clotting. Most clots are preventable and treatable. Here’s what to know and do.

Mar 2nd, 2026

New Year, Healthier Veins: Making Circulation a Priority in 2026

You made a long list of resolutions this year, and you may already be at risk of breaking them. Make your resolutions simpler by focusing on one optimal outcome: better blood circulation. Healthy circulation is a goal that promotes healthier habits, too.

Feb 17th, 2026

5 Things That Put You at Greater Risk of Developing Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are ropy, enlarged veins that disfigure your legs. Due to broken valves inside the vessels, the varicose veins can’t work well. They slow down your circulation and put you at risk for leg pain and ulcers. Here’s how you might get them.

Jan 1st, 2026

Don't Ignore Leg Pain: 5 Signs It’s Time to See a Vein Specialist

Your legs ache. Sometimes they hurt. And it’s not because you’re working out and your muscles get sore. This doesn’t feel like a muscle burn. If you have leg pain but you don’t know why, it may be time to see a vein specialist.

Dec 12th, 2025

Could Your Foot Pain Signal a Stress Fracture?

Your foot hurts, but you’re not sure why. You don’t remember injuring it. You don’t see any contusions, cuts, or lesions. Could you have a stress fracture on one of your many foot bones? Here’s how to tell if your foot pain is due to a stress fracture.

Nov 6th, 2025

5 Important Reasons to Get Vein Treatment

Varicose veins sure look like a cosmetic problem. And they are. Those fat, twisted, purple, and blue cords on your leg make you avoid swimsuits and shorts. But the effects of those broken veins go more than skin deep.

Oct 3rd, 2025

Do This, Not That If You Have Diabetes: The Foot Care Edition

When you have diabetes, you must give your feet extra love, care, and attention. Ignore your feet and (this isn’t an exaggeration), you could actually lose them. Here’s why foot care is an essential part of health care and self care with diabetes.

Oct 3rd, 2025

Surgical Site Not Healing? Signs It's Time to See a Specialist

When you were a kid, it seemed like your skinned knees and minor cuts were gone within days. But now you’ve come out of surgery, and your surgical site isn’t healing properly. It may have reopened, too. Here’s why and what to do.

Sep 11th, 2025

How to Continue Training for a Marathon When You Have Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is your Achilles heel. No matter how carefully and well you train, just when you need it least, your foot pain kicks in. Hard. You have a marathon coming up. Do you have to stop training? Or is there a way around the pain?

Sep 11th, 2025

Peripheral Artery Disease: A Silent Risk You Shouldn’t Ignore

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) doesn’t announce itself with a “bang.” You don’t have a dramatic new symptom that signals that something’s wrong. In fact, PAD is often dismissed as something relatively benign, like arthritis. That’s a mistake.

Aug 14th, 2025

How Do I Know If My Foot Arch Is Too High or Low?

Summer’s a great time to test whether your foot arches are neutral, too low, or too high. All you need is a bit of water and a hard surface. Sound like a poolside or a beach to you? Here’s what you do.

Aug 8th, 2025

Heel Pain in the Morning? We Can Help With That

You wake up raring to go, but your feet don’t cooperate. As soon as they hit the floor, a jolt of pain shoots through your heel. Why would your heels hurt after doing nothing but kicking the covers all night? We can help with your morning heel pain.

Jul 14th, 2025

Are Spider Veins a Health Concern?

When you learn that spider veins are broken, dysfunctional veins, you may wonder how that affects your circulation. Do all those spider veins on your legs and even around your nose slow down your blood flow? Should you be concerned?

Jul 1st, 2025

Saving Feet and Legs from Unnecessary Amputations

The doctors at Texas Heart and Vein Multispecialty Group are in the business of saving lives and limbs through advanced medical techniques

Jun 6th, 2025

Can Bunions Be Corrected With Orthotics?

Bunions are a two-pronged problem: a dislocated big toe joint that crowds your other toes and painful overgrowth on the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. Can orthotics put your toe in its place and correct bunions? They can help. Here’s how.

Jun 4th, 2025

VarithenaⓇ Treatment for Varicose Veins

Varicose veins slow down your circulation. Those twisted, ugly, blue and purple veins are just plain broken. Their valves don’t work, so blood pools backward. When you remove them with VarithenaⓇ foam, your circulation gets back on track. Here’s how.

Jun 3rd, 2025

The Negative Impact of Flat Feet and What You Can Do About It

When you’re at the pool or beach, your footprint looks different from anyone else’s because you don’t have an arch. Flat feet do more than change your footprint. They can cause a range of problems up your kinetic chain. Here’s why and what to do.

May 8th, 2025

Botox® or Xeomin®? Which is better?

Botox® and Xeomin® are both effective neuromodulators — injections that relax wrinkles and prevent you from making the extreme expressions that cause wrinkles and lines in your forehead and around your eyes. But which is better? The answer depends.

May 8th, 2025

What is an ACL Tear?

If you have knee pain, you may have torn your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). An ACL tear is a common injury if you play sports. But you don’t have to be an athlete to rip an ACL. In most cases, you need medical assistance to repair your ACL.

Apr 2nd, 2025

What Can I Expect During an Angiogram?

If you have unexplained chest pain, abnormal stress test results, or other signs of heart disease, your cardiologist may recommend a test called an angiogram. If you’re scheduled for one, you’ll need to prepare beforehand. Here’s what happens and what to e

Apr 2nd, 2025

What’s the Difference Between an Arterial Ultrasound and a Venous Reflux Ultrasound?

When you have cardiac symptoms or poor circulation, your doctor may order ultrasound tests to examine the insides of your blood vessels. Two common tests are arterial ultrasounds and venous reflux ultrasounds. Learn when they’re used and why. 

Mar 6th, 2025

I Have Wounds on My Legs That Won’t Heal; What Should I Do?

You notice a cut or lesion on your legs or feet. You clean it and apply antibiotic cream. But it just doesn’t heal. What’s going on? Do you need medical help? Leg wounds that won’t heal absolutely need medical care — as soon as possible.

Mar 5th, 2025

Medtronic Radio Frequency Vein Ablation

Texas Heart and Vein Multispecialty Group chooses Medtronic Radio Frequency Vein Ablations as one way to treat venous insufficiency.

Feb 21st, 2025

Occupations that can be at risk for Venous and Peripheral Vascular Disease

Occupations that require us to stand on our feet or sit at a desk for extended periods of time can effect our peripheral vascular health.

Feb 14th, 2025

Experiencing Pain in the Arch of Your Foot? You May Have Plantar Fasciitis

The arch of your foot always hurts. Always. You try massage. You try heat. You try to give your foot a rest. Did you pull something? Did you break something? Or is it plantar fasciitis? Here’s how to tell and what to do about it.

Feb 11th, 2025

Veteran Affairs Community Care Network Program

VA Veterans Community Care Network (CCN) Texas Patients Veterans can utilize VA health care benefits through TriWest networks, which include community-based, non-VA medical professionals that adhere to VA quality standards, all at no additional costs

Feb 7th, 2025

What Is Venous Disease (And What Can I Do About It)?

You thought you just had some ugly veins on your legs. But your podiatrist says that you have venous disease. What is that? Is venous disease serious? Is there anything you can do about it? You have several options.

Feb 1st, 2025

Wound Care

Understanding the Importance of Seeking Medical Treatment for Wounds on Legs and Feet

Jan 31st, 2025

Different Types of Ankle Fractures and Treatment Options

A broken ankle can take you out of your normal routine for months or years. Appropriate care and rehabilitation for your type of broken ankle eases your recovery. Following are different types of ankle fractures and the best way to treat them.

Jan 13th, 2025

What's the Difference Between Varicose Veins and Spider Veins?

You’re not happy with the veins and blood vessels that mar the uniform appearance of your skin on your face and body. What are those broken or swollen veins? Are they varicose veins? Spider veins? What’s the difference? Does it matter?

Jan 10th, 2025

Diabetic Foot Care: 5 Essential Benefits of Regular Podiatry Checkups

If you have diabetes, you may have already experienced symptoms such as extreme fatigue, hunger, and thirst. But did you know that your feet can be negatively affected by high blood sugar, too? Here’s why a podiatry checkup keeps you safer.

Dec 2nd, 2024

When Do Bunions Require Surgery?

Bunions (hallux vagus) refer to those bony bumps at the base of your big toe joint. While you can manage with minimally invasive techniques, there are times when surgery is the best option. Here’s how to tell it’s time for next-level treatment.

Nov 6th, 2024

Your Varicose Veins May Be More Than Just a Cosmetic Concern

Believe it or not, varicose veins may be more than an innocent cosmetic issue. Even if the visible or bulging veins in your legs don’t bother you, they could indicate an underlying health problem. Here’s what you need to know about varicose veins.

Nov 1st, 2024

THVMG Advanced Wound care

Do You Have a Complex Wound? Complex Wounds which are difficult-to-heal, result from different factors, including, disruption from tissue loss, comorbid disease states, and inadequate blood flow.

Dec 11th, 2023

8 Reasons to Get a B12 Shot at Texas Heart & Vein Today

Texas Heart & Vein is now offering B-12 shots, which are known to boost energy levels, brain function, mood, and metabolism.

Dec 5th, 2023

Common Vascular Conditions and Their Warning Signs

Vascular health is an essential aspect of overall well-being, yet many people are unaware of various vascular conditions and their potential risks. Understanding these conditions, their warning signs, and the importance of early detection can lead to bette

Jul 18th, 2025

The Vital Role of Veins in a Healthy Body

The Vital Role of Veins in a Healthy Body

Apr 25th, 2025

Understanding Carotid Artery Disease: Symptoms and When to Seek Treatment

Carotid artery disease is a condition that affects the carotid arteries, which are crucial blood vessels located on either side of your neck. These arteries play a vital role in supplying blood to your brain. Understanding this disease, its symptoms, and w

Apr 11th, 2025

Why Choosing Local Vascular Doctors with the Right Credentials Matters

Why Choosing Local Vascular Doctors with the Right Credentials Matters

Apr 4th, 2025

Texas Heart and Vein Now Accepts Memorial Hermann Health Plan

Understanding an HMO and an Advantage HMO can make a significant difference in your healthcare experience. Both offer unique benefits, but your choice should be guided by your specific health needs and how you prefer to manage your health

Mar 21st, 2025

The Role of Varithena

Varithena is a minimally invasive treatment option specifically designed to treat varicose veins. It is an FDA-approved injectable foam that targets the affected vein, effectively closing it off so that blood can be redirected to healthier veins.

Feb 28th, 2025

Importance of Vascular Ultrasound for Diabetics and those with High Blood Pressure

Living with diabetes or high blood pressure can often feel like an uphill battle, and unfortunately, managing these conditions doesn’t stop there.

Jan 24th, 2025

WHAT IS P.A.D.

Peripheral arterial disease, or P.A.D., develops when your arteries become clogged with plaque—fatty deposits that limit blood flow to your legs.

Jan 17th, 2025

Getting Your Heart and Vein Health on Track

Your heart and vein health are closely interconnected and play a crucial role in your overall well-being. While the demands of daily life often push health priorities aside.

Dec 21st, 2024

Prioritizing Your Heart Health During the Holidays

The holiday season is a time of celebration, family, and joy, but it can also bring unique challenges to maintaining your heart health. With the hustle and bustle of gatherings, indulgent meals, and added stress, it's easy for heart-healthy habits to take

Dec 13th, 2024

Symptoms of Varicose Veins: What to Look Out For

Varicose veins are more than just a cosmetic concern—they’re a signal that your vein health needs attention. These enlarged, twisted veins often appear on the legs and feet, and while they’re common, they can cause discomfort and potentially lead to more

Dec 3rd, 2024

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Nov 25th, 2024

What Is Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) and Why You Should Care

Peripheral Arterial Disease narrows arteries, reducing blood flow to the legs. Symptoms include pain, numbness, cold feet, and slow-healing wounds. Early detection is key to preventing complications like heart attacks. Call 281-888-0809 for care today.

Nov 21st, 2024

Understanding Varicose Veins: Beyond Cosmetic Concerns

Varicose veins can be a sign of deeper health concerns that shouldn’t be overlooked. These enlarged, twisted veins result from malfunctioning valves, often leading to symptoms like leg heaviness, burning sensations, swelling, and skin discoloration. Texas

Nov 14th, 2024

Understanding Venous Disease: A Q&A with Dr. Walkes

Dr. Walkes, a cardiothoracic surgeon, shares insights on venous disease, affecting millions yet often overlooked. He covers causes, symptoms, and new treatments, stressing early diagnosis to prevent severe issues like stasis ulcers and life quality.

Nov 3rd, 2024