When a blood clot develops in the leg, doctors refer to it as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Deep veins carry blood back to the heart from the extremities. DVT may cause pain, warmth, and tenderness.

Dr. Tiziano Barbui explains how excess blood cell production in certain myeloproliferative neoplasms can impair circulation and why treatments like phlebotomy are used. Excess blood cell production in ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Some months ago, my doctor used a QuantaFlo test to measure circulation in my legs. My result was low — 0.69 versus the normal range of 0.9-1.40. I was not surprised, as poor ...

Atherosclerosis: The fatty buildup of plaque in the artery walls, that causes the arteries to harden and narrow until blood cannot pass properly. Enhancing leg circulation primarily hinges on engaging ...

Impaired blood circulation in the lower limbs is a common health problem among the elderly and one of the most prominent complications of diabetes, called diabetic foot. A syndrome characterized by ...

What are CopperZen Compression Socks? CopperZen Compression Socks are classic compression socks that use a generic pressure gradient to provide relief from aches and pain in the legs by boosting blood ...

Poor circulation is a widespread issue, particularly as people age, and it can cause symptoms such as cold hands and feet, tingling, numbness, swelling, or heaviness in the legs. If left unaddressed, ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y., Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What do most people get wrong about varicose veins? According ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. DEAR DR. ROACH: Some months ago, my doctor used a QuantaFlo test to measure ...