Varicose veins are common and can cause pain and discomfort. They can also make your legs look less attractive. Fortunately, many treatments for varicose veins can make them less noticeable or eliminate them. The following are the most popular varicose vein treatments in the Bay Area.
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to heat the vein, causing it to collapse and close. A small needle is inserted into the vein, and the RFA device is applied to the skin. The procedure takes about 30 minutes per side, with minimal discomfort involved. It’s also less painful than surgery because there are no incisions made.
Endovenous Laser Ablation
Endovenous laser ablation is painless and effective for treating small veins. It works by heating the vein wall, causing it to collapse and shrink. The laser can treat veins that are too small for other procedures, such as sclerotherapy or stripping, because it doesn’t target the entire length of the vein but only its inner lining.
Ultrasound-Guided Sclerotherapy (UGS)
UGS is one of the most effective varicose vein treatments available in the Bay Area, and it’s also a non-invasive option. Your doctor will inject sclerosing solution through an ultrasound probe inserted into your vein to seal it off, stopping blood flow in the affected area, which causes it to shrink over time.
If you need varicose veins treatment in the Bay Area, visit the Vein Specialty Medical Clinic website.
