If you suffer from painful and frustrating varicose veins, it may be time for you to take the next step with endovenous ablation. It is a very effective minimally-invasive treatment to permanently remove varicose veins. The procedure may involve radiofrequency to cauterize the affected vein and seal it shut.
What Is Endovenous Ablation?
Varicose veins form when the blood that should move up your legs back to the heart stalls and pools in the vein. The vein wall gradually becomes too weak to hold the excess blood and stretches out to form the ropy swollen veins. Ablation is the name for removing tissue from the body, and in the case of varicose veins, the treatment is administered inside the vein.
Radiofrequency energy is directed into the vein to coagulate the blood and damage the vein wall. The vein collapses and becomes sealed off from the other veins and the blood is naturally redirected to healthy veins.
What Are the Symptoms of Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are usually quite obvious just under the surface of the skin. They look like bluish, twisted ropes and can be embarrassing especially during the summer months when it is more likely your legs will be exposed. For some people, varicose veins can form inside the leg and do not show on the surface. If you have certain symptoms, you may need to visit our specialist and have your varicose veins treated before they become more severe. The symptoms include:
• Swelling around the ankles and feet
• Aching and throbbing in the lower legs
• Cramps in the lower legs especially at night
• Unbearable itching around the ankles that may produce bleeding
• Small sores around the ankles
• Skin discoloration
• Hard, red areas on the legs that feel hot
What to Expect from Endovenous Ablation?
When you have your first consultation with our doctor, your medical history will be considered as well as any medications including dietary supplements you are taking. You may be asked to stop taking blood thinners for a few days before the treatment.
At the time of the procedure, you will be given numbing medication. When the vein is collapsed, it will become like scar tissue and be absorbed by the body. The doctor may put gentle pressure on the vein to help it close. You may be asked to wear compression stockings for a week or two to maintain the pressure. We recommend that you have someone drive you home after the procedure.
Whether it is for cosmic or medical reasons, you no longer need to continue suffering from varicose veins. Visit Pacific Vein Care in McHenry to learn more about endovenous ablation. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!
Thought about you in Hawaii
by Alice, patient
Category: reviews“Thought about you in Hawaii. I couldn’t have enjoyed and walked on the beaches if I hadn’t had your skills on my veins. Thanks.”
I can walk to my mail box again
by John Neumann, patient
Category: reviews“I had problems walking to my mail box when I went to Pacific Vein Care. Dr. Conti found I had vein reflux and artery problems in both of my legs. He did his normal vein procedure on one leg and a special procedure at the hospital on the other leg and corrected the artery problems at the same time. I am very happy with the results from the procedures done at Pacific Vein Care to correct both my veins and artery problems. I can walk to my mail box again and not have to stop and rest part way there.”
I am pleased to say my quality of life is back
by Barbara Hoffman, patient
Category: reviews“For thirty Years I have put up with leg pain, throbbing and swelling due to varicose veins. At 63 years old, I made a choice to have Radiofrequency Ablation therapy and I am pleased to say my quality of life is back. I can now take long walks, exercise and stand for long period of time without discomfort. I recently purchased a pair of tall stylish boots and I can actually zip them up because I no longer suffer from edema.”
The procedures were not hard to go through and the result was a tremendous relief.
by Wayne, patient
Category: reviews“I recently – April/May of 2012 – had VNUS procedures done on my right and left legs. Dr. Conti and his staff were superb in the diagnosis and treatment of my condition. The process was fully explained to me and were virtually pain free. There was some discomfort in the week or two after the procedures which were easily handled by over the counter pain medications. I was impressed with Dr. Conti’s knowledge and professionalism and would recommend anyone waiting to treat their varicose veins NOT to wait. The procedures were not hard to go through and the result was a tremendous relief.”
Staff was welcoming
by Irene, patient
Category: reviews“In my experience… -Staff was welcoming, patient, accommodating, informative and fun to talk with. -Dr. Conti was knowledgeable, patient, informative, precise and also fun to talk with. Thank you for good memories. I am grateful for healing hands and hearts.”
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