If your legs ache and swell by the end of the day, you might have chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). Understanding this common condition is the first step toward finding relief.
In 2023, Khris Emken was crying in pain at a Texas water park, unable to walk back to her hotel room. By summer 2025, she was conquering stairs at the Grand Canyon. The difference? Two knee replacement surgeries that gave the 66-year-old her life back.
Nebraska Medicine’s dermatology program includes dermatologists with specialized training in Mohs and reconstructive surgery. However, just as important as the surgery itself, is the surgery aftercare plan.
Cartilage is the smooth tissue that covers bone ends in joints. This allows them to glide without friction. When cartilage wears away due to injury, arthritis or overuse, bones rub together, causing pain.
