Endovenous Laser Treatment - 4

Are you experiencing varicose veins or spider veins that seem to become more and more prominent as you age? Well, don't fret, you are not alone and there is a quick and easy solution for these tiny little pesky veins that is called endovenous laser treatment.

This procedure uses targeted laser or radio frequency energy that seals your vein shut and helps you to look and feel better quicker.

Benefits of Treatment

• Less chance of ulcers

• Dissipation of heavy leg syndrome

• A better sense of well-being

• Confidence to show of those legs

• You'll be able to wear shorts and mini-skirts because of those great looking legs

• More energy and enthusiasm

Procedure

This procedure lasts 45 minutes and is done as an outpatient, in most instances right in your doctor's office using a local anesthetic. The energy from the laser attacks the vein walls, shrinking them and closing the defective vein so that the blood cannot flow through it. This eliminates any bulging from the vein right at its source. Once the vein has been treated, the blood from the defective vein is diverted to the normal veins that are in your leg.

Side effects

• Blood clot

• Numbness

• Pain in the knee area, but this usually dissipates quickly

Recovery

• No scars

• Rapid recovery time

• Most cases immediate relief from your symptoms

• Walking immediately following your procedure is encouraged

• Minor soreness that can be treated with over-the-counter pain relievers

• Minimal bruising

• You can expect long term results