At The Vein Institute, we use the latest technology from Europe and the USA to provide the most advanced non-surgical varicose veins treatment options. Our team of highly skilled doctors are passionate about getting the best possible results and ensuring a positive experience for all patients.
Non-surgical treatment options
Non-surgical or minimally invasive treatments seal the vein shut. Once blood stops flowing through it, your body starts absorbing it. Eventually, the vein will dissolve from view. We offer several vein sealing options, each designed for a certain type of varicose vein.
Self Care
Self-care for varicose veins can help you manage your symptoms and slow the condition’s progression. However, home remedies for varicose veins are not treatments. This because they do not address the underlying issue of faulty vein valves.
Wear special compression stockings
This will help reduce swelling and improve circulation. In short, compression stockings work by gently squeezing the veins and stimulating the muscles to help veins get blood to the heart.
Avoid sitting or standing for long periods
Make sure to move frequently or take breaks. It is important because muscle movement moves the blood along the leg vein, so long periods of sitting or standing without moving can cause blood to pool – especially in unhealthy veins.
Diet
What you eat affects your veins. In that vein, following a low-salt diet can help prevent swelling caused by water retention. You should also ensure you’re getting enough Vitamins C, D, and E, as these are essential for healthy vein function.
Exercise
Exercise regularly to promote healthy circulation. We recommend doing at least 30 minutes of walking per day and going for a swim or taking a yoga class a couple of times per week.
Surgical Options
Surgical treatments for varicose veins involve removing the vein rather than sealing it. Since removal requires larger incisions and/or a greater number of them, surgeons typically perform it in a hospital under general anaesthetic. You can explore some of these surgical vein treatments below.
Ligation and Surgical Stripping
In this procedure, a vascular surgeon makes incisions at the two ends of the vein and then cuts and ties the vein off to seal it. Once blood stops flowing through, they will ‘strip’ the vein out of your body. As it’s a more extensive and invasive procedure than Endovenous Laser Ablation, it requires general anaesthesia and sutures.
Phlebectomy
There are two types of phlebectomy: ambulatory and transilluminated. In the former, your surgeon will make incisions along the vein, break it up into segments, and pull them out with a surgical hook. In the latter, they’ll use suction instead of a hook. Phlebectomy requires sutures, but surgeons may sometimes perform the treatments with regional anaesthetic instead of general.
Compare Treatments
The table below is a simple snapshot of all the varicose veins treatment options.
For more information about our costs, visit our Varicose Vein Treatment Pricing page.
Have questions about the treatments available at The Vein Institute?
We have listed some of our most asked questions to the right. If you would like to speak to someone please contact us on 13 83467 or make an appointment.
What type of non-surgical treatment options do you offer?
Endovenous Therapy: Also known as endovenous laser ablation or radiofrequency ablation. We perform these treatments comfortably in our clinic with regional anaesthetic. They are minimally invasive methods to treat larger varicose veins and are considered the gold standard – requiring no hospitalisation or general anaesthetic.
Venaseal “Medical Super Glue”- Venaseal is a modern, non-surgical treatment. Specialists use a medical adhesive to treat varicose veins. As the medical superglue sets within minutes, there is a faster healing process than is sometimes associated with other treatments.
ClariVein: This is a special catheter with a 360 degree rotating tip. It delivers sclerosant deeper into the varicose vein wall, allowing us to use it on larger veins than traditional sclerotherapy allows.
Do you treat spider veins?
What about traditional remedies or vitamins?
Do I need to prepare for the procedure?
Second, take any of your normal medications – unless your doctor specified otherwise.
Third, drink at least 2 glasses of water (around 500 ml). Staying hydrated will reduce the risk of blood clots and minimise common symptom side effects like aches and swelling.
Fourth, you should wear loose-fitting pants because we will wrap compression bandages after the procedure.
Lastly, avoid shaving your legs the morning of the treatment.
How long will the laser procedure take?
Will the laser procedure be painful?
What is the recovery plan?
- Minimal to no downtime or time away from work. Your doctor may advise you to take a few days off if your job if it involves heavy lifting or long hours of standing.
- You can drive after the procedure if you haven’t taken any medications to reduce anxiety.
- We advise against long distance (5+ hours) travel for around 4 weeks after treatment.
- We recommend that all patients wear compression stockings or bandages for a minimum of five days after treatment to assist the healing process.
- If there is any discomfort following the treatment, your doctor may recommend pain reliever medications.
Do I need to follow up after treatment?
Can I continue to train at the gym?
How often do I need to treat varicose veins?
Note: If you have a family history of the disorder, there is a chance new varicose veins will form.
Will I have to take time off work or will it affect my duties?
What about flying?
Will my private health cover the treatment?
Can I get a COVID vaccine before treatment?
