Effective Non-Invasive Varicose Vein Treatment Options are Available Many people believe that varicose vein treatment is long and painful; however, with the help of minimally invasive, virtually painless procedures like endovenous laser therapy (EVLT) and sclerotherapy, those worries have vanished. Vein specialists and cardio surgeons are gradually moving away from invasive treatment options and recommending procedures that can be done in an outpatient setting. Many people suffer from painful venous insufficiency symptoms causing them to seek treatment solutions. Vein treatment has often been thought of as a solely cosmetic procedure; although, many people with debilitating symptoms have found that vein treatment like EVLT, can relieve them of aching, numbness, itching, and burning that has prevented them from enjoying life to its fullest.
Symptoms Of Varicose Veins In many patients, varicose veins don’t come with any strong symptoms except that the jumbled up veins are visible to others causing some embarrassment. This may be early stage varicose veins which many people neglect as a mere cosmetic embarrassment. If not condition isn’t treated it could slowly lead to aching, discomfort and heaviness in the legs, which usually worsens as the day comes to an end. Patients can often have swollen ankles as well and
although not very serious, these conditions need to be treated well in time before they get more complicated. If not treated well, varicose veins can get more complicated over the years.
What Exactly Are Varicose Veins? It’s necessary to first know veins and what they do. Veins are the blood vessels that carry deoxygenated blood from the outer parts of the body back to the heart and lungs. When the veins become abnormally thick, or enlarge, they are called as Varicose Veins. They are also known as varicoses or varicosities. According to the Society for Vascular Surgery around 40 percent of the adult population of US is affected by varicose veins. In most cases, varicose veins appear on the lower legs and thighs. The condition is very common, especially in pregnant women, and do not cause any medical problems in most people. Veins in the legs are either superficial or deep.
Contemporary Treatment Options These symptoms can be more serious than one may think. Venous insufficiency might require minimally invasive treatment like endovenous laser therapy (EVLT) where the phlebologist (vein specialist) insets a very thin, precise, laser fiber into the diseased veins under live ultrasound guidance. Once the laser fiber is inserted into the vein, an application of laser energy is used to heat and close the malfunctioning veins, which is called vein closure. Once the vein is sealed
closed, healthy veins have the ability to take over. This is effective treatment solution that has been named the “gold standard� of vein treatment since 2005. If you are suffering from spider veins, or smaller varicose veins, typically a procedure called sclerotherapy is recommended. This minimally invasive, outpatient procedure uses a tiny needle to inject a small amount of sterile solution (usually a salt solution), into the vein. The solution then irritates the inner lining of the vein causing it to swell and seal shut, thus allowing healthy veins to take over.
In most cases where EVLT is performed correctly, the relief is permanent and patients will feel their symptoms diminish almost immediately. Before and after the procedure, compression stockings are used to prepare the legs for treatment. Contemporary vein treatment like EVLT allows patients to recover in the comfort of their own home and return to daily activities almost immediately. Before EVLT, vein stripping was the main procedure that involved a long recovery period, and an often painful surgery, which consequently deterred many people from seeking treatment. How to Relieve Varicose Veins Symptoms As there are several varicose vein treatment options available, it’s advisable to consult a doctor. After a comprehensive evaluation and examination of legs and feet by the doctor, it will be clear how severe the varicose veins are. The type of treatment plan will be based on the severity. When varicose veins start to interfere in your life, EVLT can improve the quality of your life by relieving symptoms. If varicose veins are not causing any discomfort or pain, there are a few things you can do to keep them from becoming worse.
o Avoid standing for extended periods of time. o Wear compression socks and comfortable shoes. o Do daily exercises, which can improve blood circulation. o While sleeping, elevate your legs to help with blood flow. EVLT is the most popular treatment in the case of painful, unsightly varicose veins. It is used to close off the offending veins and is performed at our clinics as an outpatient procedure by our team of experienced vein specialists. If you are interested in learning more about our services at USA Vein Clinics, please contact us at: (888) 768-3467 or visit our website at: www.usaveinclinics.com