Our circulatory system performs one of the most important functions within the body. It supplies oxygen to the brain and all other organs. It is essentially what keeps our bodies working. When properly functioning it helps promote proper healthy cell growth. Systemic circulation transports oxygen and nutrient-rich blood through our arteries to our organs and […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...We have all heard people say that being overweight is bad for your health, but I am not sure that most of us realize just how dangerous it is to your circulatory system. Carrying around a lot of extra weight can play a significant role in the development of venous reflux disease in the legs. […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...While the majority of blood clots happen in the lower extremities of the legs, clots forming in the arms are not unheard of. According to the New England Journal of Medicine, 10% of all reported DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) cases are of the upper extremities. What are the symptoms of an upper extremity deep […]
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