When many people think of vein treatments, they think of old-fashioned procedures their mothers may have had, such as vein stripping. These techniques invoke fears of hospitals, painful procedures, long recovery times and less than reliable results. What’s more, many people see varicose veins as simply a cosmetic problem; one that can’t be avoided and that carries few consequences. It’s no wonder so many people delay seeking treatment for their vein problems.

What do Morris County NJ residents need to know about modern vein disease treatments?

Finally, the word is starting to get out that there are new, minimally invasive and highly effective treatments for varicose veins and for the annoying symptoms that accompany them: aching, heavy feelings in the legs, fatigue, and even leg ulceration. What’s more, Morristown vein experts assure patients that these new treatments can reduce or eliminate the risk of serious consequences such as blood clots, which can become deadly embolisms if they break free of their place in the leg and travel to the heart, lungs, or brain. These treatments include radiofrequency ablation (RF ablation), sclerotherapy, and microphlebectomy. The objective of all of these treatments is to remove or seal off diseased veins permanently, using only tiny incisions in the skin, which reduces or even eliminates scarring. With sclerotherapy and RF ablation, problem veins are sealed off and are gradually reabsorbed by the body, while blood is naturally rerouted through healthier veins in the area. With microphlebectomy, diseased veins are removed from the body through tiny incisions that heal quickly. All minimally invasive procedures can be performed in about an hour, right in your Morristown vein clinic, with no need to visit a hospital or have general anesthetics. You can return to your usual activities the very next day, and you’ll enjoy not only prettier legs but improved circulation – win-win!

Which minimally invasive vein treatment modality is right for me?

The right vein treatment for you will depend on a number of factors, including the current extent and location of your vein problems, as well as on your preferences for treatments. The first step is to let NJ vein doctor Dr. Lowell S. Kabnick provide you with a professional venous health evaluation, which will involve taking a medical and family history, as well as performing a visual and ultrasound examination of your veins. Ultrasound allows Dr. Kabnick to visualize the veins deep beneath the surface of the skin, painlessly. Then, he will be able to offer you the most effective solution for your vein problems, a solution that addresses both your health and your aesthetic concerns and leaves you delighted with the look and feel of your legs. We can schedule your venous health evaluation over the phone. Give us a call today to set up an appointment: in NJ, you can call us at 973-538-2000. We look forward to meeting you.