Do you have small
varicose veins and spider veins that make you feel self-conscious? Can they
also be painful at times? The good news is that you really don't have to carry
on and suffer through them thanks to the various vein treatments available
today. What's even better is that these treatments have moved away from the
traditional painful surgical procedures that used to be the only options
available.
For those looking for
a solution to their vein problems, here’s a look at some of the most popular
vein treatments available today.
Compression Therapy
When it comes to a simple,
non-invasive vein treatment, compression therapy can be a great option. In
this treatment, medical compression stockings are used to compress the legs.
What this does is ensure that the blood returns to the heart. They may be used
on their own or as part of the healing process after another vein treatment.
Varicocele Treatment/Embolization
This procedure makes
use of a catheter that is image-guided and injects embolic fluid into the blood
vessel. What this does is move the blood flow from the problematicvein. There is no
incision needed and the recovery time is much faster than with surgery. As well,
this procedure has a 90% success rate.
Sclerotherapy Treatment
In this treatment,
chemicals are injected into the veins in order to cause damage to the inner
lining. This damage then results in a blood clot, which is then reabsorbed so
that the vessel is destroyed permanently. This treatment tends to work best on small veins. This procedure can be used for small spider
veins that are painful, or just for cosmetic reasons.
Endovenous Laser Ablation
In this treatment, the
patient will receive a numbing agent on the skin and the vein so that a small
catheter can be put into the vein. The medical professional uses an ultrasound
to guide the catheter and then treats the vein with a laser. The end result is
that the vein closes up so it is no longer a problem. What’s great about this
option is that patients usually feel instant relief.
Ambulatory Phlebectomy
This particular
procedure is usually used in conjunction with venous ablation. This one is
classed as "minimally invasive", which means it's quite simple from
the patient's perspective. This procedure works best on veins that are bulging.
The offending vein is removed through a small incision that is made on the vein
path. A local anesthesia is used, and there are no stitches necessary. There is
no need to wait and see the results, as the results are immediate, which also
means immediate relief.
A Wide Variety of Solutions
Each of these methods
offers patients non-invasive ways of dealing with veins that are unsightly,
bulging, and/or painful. It’s best to make an appointment with a medical
professional to discuss which option would provide you with the best results
with the least amount of down-time on your end.
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