Advanced Vein Care: Top Treatments for Vein Pain You Should Know

Varicose veins can be caused by a variety of factors. They often improve with self-care, such as elevating your legs when sitting or lying down and wearing compression stockings. At Center for Advanced Vein Care, patients receive comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans to address both symptoms and underlying causes of vein conditions.

Other treatments include sclerotherapy, which involves injecting varicose veins with a solution or foam that causes them to scar and close. A healthcare provider may also tie off and remove larger varicose veins through a procedure called ambulatory phlebectomy.

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive treatment option that can provide months, and in some cases, years of pain relief. It works by interrupting nerve signals that cause discomfort by targeting and destroying the nerve fibers that transmit them.

During the procedure, a local anesthetic is used to numb the area surrounding the affected vein. A needle is then inserted alongside the targeted nerve using imaging guidance. An electrode attached to the needle delivers radiofrequency energy to the area.

As the tip of the needle heats the nerve, pain signals are disrupted. The diseased vein eventually collapses, seals, and is absorbed by the body.

Patients may experience some soreness at the injection site after the procedure, but this usually subsides within a few days. Physical therapy may be recommended to help restore strength and flexibility.

Foam Sclerotherapy Treatment

Varicose veins are twisted, rope-like veins that often appear blue or purple and may indicate underlying conditions such as chronic venous insufficiency. While they are not usually dangerous, they can cause aching and heaviness in the legs.

This minimally invasive procedure treats varicose veins by injecting a specialized foam into the affected veins. The foam causes the vein to collapse and eventually be absorbed by the body.

The treatment is performed in a clinical setting and monitored using ultrasound for precise targeting. During the procedure, the patient is positioned comfortably while the foam is injected into the affected veins. Blood is then redirected to healthier nearby veins, improving circulation and reducing symptoms.

Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLA)

This minimally invasive procedure uses laser energy to close faulty veins. It offers high success rates, short recovery time, and long-lasting symptom relief.

Varicose veins are enlarged, weakened blood vessels that develop in the legs or calves. They may appear raised and bluish and can cause discomfort, itching, or pain.

During the procedure, the area is numbed with a local anesthetic, and a small incision is made. A thin fiber is inserted into the vein and guided using ultrasound imaging.

Laser energy is delivered through the fiber, damaging the vein walls and causing the vein to close. Blood flow is then naturally redirected to healthier veins. Patients are typically advised to wear compression stockings for a short period and can return home shortly after the procedure.

Phlebectomy

Phlebectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove varicose veins close to the surface of the skin. It can be performed alone or alongside other treatments such as ligation, laser therapy, or radiofrequency procedures.

During the procedure, the area is numbed, and very small openings are made in the skin near the affected vein. A specialized tool is used to remove the damaged vein through these tiny incisions, which usually do not require stitches.

This outpatient procedure provides immediate relief by removing the problematic vein and improving blood flow through healthier veins. It is generally safe and does not typically lead to long-term complications such as recurrence or skin discoloration.