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Understanding Varicose Leg Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Risk Factors
Dealing with varicose leg ulcers can be both physically painful and emotionally draining. At Tinsley Surgical, we understand the challenges you face and are here to help you navigate through them with compassion and expertise. In this blog, we’ll break down everything you need to know about varicose leg ulcers, including their causes, symptoms, and…
The Undeniable Connection Between Sleep and Cardiovascular Health
Have you ever noticed how much better you feel after a good night’s sleep? Getting enough rest not only makes us feel better mentally and physically, but it also impacts our cardiovascular health. In fact, scientific studies have shown that sleep plays a critical role in maintaining a healthy heart. In this blog post, we’ll…
Nutrition Advice For Managing PAD
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a chronic condition that develops when the arteries that supply oxygen and blood to the leg muscles become narrow or blocked over time. PAD can lead to leg pain, and difficulty walking, and increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases like heart attack and stroke. While there are no direct cures…
Tips on How to Prevent Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are not just unsightly; they can also lead to discomfort and pain. Unfortunately, some people are more prone to this condition than others. The good news is that there are many ways you can prevent varicose veins from forming. In this post, we’ll share some simple tips on how to keep your veins…
How to Manage Symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease with Exercise
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs. As a result, you may experience leg pain during physical activity which can be managed through consistent exercise. If you’re unsure about whether or not you’re susceptible to Peripheral Artery Disease, the main risk factors are…
Endovenous Laser Treatment
Let’s talk about some technology that Tinsley Surgical employs in the office! Endovenous Laser Treatment (also referred to as a Endovenous Ablation) is a minimally invasive way to correct bulging varicose veins. How exactly does it correct these veins? Using a tiny needle connected to a laser, your surgeon is able to use light and…
Behaviors That May Reduce Your Risk of Stroke: Tips to Live a Healthy Life
What is a Stroke? A stroke occurs when there’s a lack of blood flow to the brain because of a blockage or ruptured blood vessels. This can lead to brain damage, permanent disability, paralysis, and even death. It is a medical emergency that can strike at any time. The good news is that many strokes…
Vein Care in the Springtime
With the Azaleas blooming, sun shining, and temperatures finally rising, now is the time to plan ahead for looking and feeling your best come Summertime! If you are having anxiety about wearing your favorite dress or pair of shorts due to vein issues such as spider veins or varicose veins, please don’t despair as we…
Vein, Vascular and General Surgery
Whether it is leg pain, leg swelling, varicose veins, bleeding or
unsightly spider veins, we love improving a patient’s quality of life.
We use office based procedures such as radio frequency and laser
ablation, chemical ablation and elevation and compression.
Win-Win-Win Approach to the Healthcare Staffing Shortage at Tinsley Surgical, PA
A Small Company’s Solution to A Big Problem Tinsley Surgical, PA provides care for patients who need vein, vascular and general surgical needs in Wilmington, North Carolina. A growing surgical practice, Tinsley Surgical was not immune to the massive healthcare staffing shortage documented worldwide. But with a basic philosophy of “finding a way to yes,”…
