Varicose Vein Treatment
What Are Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are swollen and twisted veins, often found in the legs and feet. They occur when the valves inside the veins weaken, causing blood to pool rather than flow efficiently back to the heart. This can lead to pain, swelling, and other uncomfortable symptoms.
What Is Venous Disease of the Lower Extremities?
Venous disease is a condition that affects the veins in the legs, causing them to lose their ability to efficiently carry blood back to the heart. This can lead to various issues like varicose veins, leg swelling, aching, and skin changes.
How Can We Help You?
At Biltmore Cardiology, we offer several minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins and venous disease, including:
- Laser Therapy: Laser treatment is a non-surgical option where laser energy is used to close off the affected veins.
- Sclerotherapy: A special solution is injected into the veins to cause them to collapse and fade away.
- Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA): This procedure uses laser energy to treat larger varicose veins through a small incision.
- Vein Stripping: In rare cases, we perform vein stripping to remove damaged veins.
These treatments are designed to be less painful and require little to no downtime.
When Is Treatment Needed?
You may want to consider vein therapy if you have:
- Pain, heaviness, or swelling in your legs
- Visible varicose veins
- Aching or tired legs
- Skin changes or sores on your legs
Treating venous disease early can help improve both appearance and circulation.
What to Expect During the Procedure
- The procedure is typically done on an outpatient basis
- A small catheter or injection is used to deliver the treatment to the affected veins
- Laser therapy is quick and minimally invasive, with little discomfort
- Most patients resume normal activities within a day or two
Your provider will explain each step to ensure you’re comfortable.
Benefits of Varicose Vein Therapy
- Immediate or significant improvement in leg comfort
- Reduction in swelling, aching, and cramping
- Improved appearance of veins
- Little to no recovery time, so you can get back to daily activities quickly
These treatments offer relief from the discomfort and inconvenience of varicose veins.