He a l t h & F i t n e s s The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body VEIN ABLATION: THE SOLUTION FOR DAMAGED OR PAINFUL VEINS
Vein ablation, also referred to as endovenous ablation, is a treatment aimed at providing relief for painful veins and correcting any damage that may have developed from an injury or underlying condition (such as varicose veins.) This type of treatment is minimally invasive, using image-guiding software to view the affected veins. Endovenous ablation can be performed using either radiofrequency or laser energy to cauterize and close the damaged veins that are causing you pain. Some common symptoms that may lead to the recommendation of endovenous ablation include: • Throbbing pain or achiness around the veins. • Swelling or inflammation (phlebitis) surrounding the veins. • Leg heaviness. • Skin discoloration. • Sores or ulcers. • Irritation around the veins. While endovenous ablation may seem daunting, it is actually extremely safe. It is much less invasive than conventional surgery and local anesthesia is used to collapse and close the affected veins, resulting in little to no discomfort during the procedure. This treatment also leaves nearly no scars, except in rare circumstances when the condition is severe and multiple ablations are needed. After your vein ablations, your physical therapist will also provide you with treatments to enhance your healing process and regain your physical function. Thismay include any combination of manual therapy, ice and heat therapies, ultrasound, stretching, or light exercises. If your veins are bothering you, contact us at NorthEast Spine and SportsMedicine today to set up a consultation with one of our highly trainedmedical professionals. We’ll help you get back to living your highest quality of life, and showing off those legs in no time!
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