NY &  NJ Vein Ablation for Varicose Veins & Vessel Insufficiency

Vessel ablation – formally known as radiofrequency ablation (RFA) – is a minimally invasive and highly effective procedure that uses image-guided radiofrequency or laser energy to recirculate blood flow to reduce pressure and stress away from abnormal vessels. Once faulty vessels are ablated, healthy vessels are then able to function in their place.

Endovenous ablation treatment boasts a 98% success rate in treating varicose vessels and vessel insufficiency (VI), and does not require general anesthesia or hospital stay.

Treatment results in improved circulation in the legs and helps alleviate common symptoms associated with varicose vessels and vessel insufficiency, such as:

Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive treatment which takes less than eight minutes perform. It is done as an outpatient basis and is used to help treat the conditions that lead to chronic venous insufficiency. Symptoms of these include but are not limited to restless legs, tired heavy legs, cramping, Charley horses, skin discoloration and hair loss, numbness and tingling and many other symptoms. During the procedure an ultrasound is performed and the dilated stretched vein which is the cause of the problem is seen. A catheter is placed into the problem vein under vision with ultrasound guidance. The catheter is then used to heat the inside of the diseased vein allowing it to shrink in size. Once the procedure is complete, the catheter is fully removed and nothing is left in the body. The leg is wrapped with an ace bandage and the patient is explained to walk immediately after the procedure. The following day, the ACE wrap is removed and the patient can resume full activities the following day without restriction. The patient can return to work, go back to the gym, return to physical therapy etc without any issues.

The treatment allows the blood that was trapped in the lower extremities because of the stretched out veins to be diverted to the healthy veins which have functional valves. This allows the blood to now be circulated back to the heart like it used to be and this allows the symptoms to resolve.

The procedure can be done under light sedation or local anesthesia at the preference of the patient. Transportation is provided for the procedure both to and from the facility. The procedure takes less than eight minutes to perform, is minimally invasive, is pain-free, requires no recovery afterwards and is a permanent fix to the problem. The procedure is also fully covered by insurance.

What is Vessel Insufficiency (VI)?

Vessel insufficiency (VI) is a condition where your vessels struggle to return blood from your limbs back to your heart. This causes blood to collect or pool in the vessels of your legs, and can be caused by several factors, including:

How Does Vessel Ablation Work?

Endovenous vessel ablation works by viewing a vessel via ultrasound and then directing microwave radiofrequencies to that vessel through a catheter (a thin tube) that has been inserted into the vessel via a small poke akin to an IV or epidural. Heat generated by the radiofrequency energy allows the blood to be recirculated through healthy vessels. Eventually, the damaged vessel shrinks—thereby eliminating the problem vessel and allowing blood flow to redirect towards healthier vessels.

This radiofrequency ablation procedure takes only 10 minutes to treat 2 vessels and completely eliminates problem vessels using just a relatively simple needle puncture covered by a bandage. When treating multiple vessels, several sessions may be required.

What Can I Expect After Vessel Ablation Treatment?

Compared to the weeks of recovery time associated with more traditional vessel removal procedures, radiofrequency ablation treatment requires no recovery time. You’ll have full mobility the very next day! Patients are able to return home the same day as treatment by walking right out the front door.

Here are a few other things to expect post-treatment:

Who is A Candidate for Vessel Ablation?

Endovenous ablation is for those with vessel insufficiency or varicose vessels. It is meant to alleviate the following symptoms:

Wellness & Pain: Your Destination for Vessel Health

Approximately 150,000 cases of vessel insufficiency are diagnosed each year. Chronic vessel insufficiency is often underdiagnosed and undertreated. Early diagnosis is important as vessel insufficiency can result in various conditions such as varicose vessels. Undiagnosed vessel insufficiency can also result in serious consequences.

In addition to reviewing symptoms and conducting a physical examination, Dr. Arad and Dr. Molina of Wellness & Pain can determine if you have vessel insufficiency using a fast and non-invasive diagnostic Wellness Ultrasound.

We can also help keep you free of vessel insufficiency and other vessel problems by providing lifestyle education and home care advice to help you avoid and manage problems, and quickly relieve any vessel conditions using state-of-the-art treatments, including vessel ablation.

It’s important to note that you do not have to see vessels in your legs in order to seek treatment. Vessel insufficiency is commonly based on symptoms and is often misdiagnosed. Our wellness ultrasound can help determine whether you have underlying vessel issues and can help guide your treatment options.

Quick, Minimally Invasive Procedures

Covered by insurance

No recovery

Minimal pain

Transportation Provided

Can be done Awake or Asleep

Takes than less 10-minutes for the procedure