Are bulging, painful varicose veins making it hard to stand, walk, or feel confident in your legs? Varicose vein ablation at Arête Health Group is a minimally invasive treatment that targets the damaged veins, reduces leg swelling, heaviness, and aching, and helps restore healthier circulation so you can move more comfortably and feel like yourself again.
Restore Healthy Circulation
in Damaged Veins
Varicose vein ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that treats damaged, enlarged veins causing leg pain, swelling, and visible bulging. Using targeted heat from radiofrequency or laser energy, your provider closes the affected vein, rerouting blood to nearby, healthier veins. Over time, the treated vein is naturally absorbed by your body. At Arête Health Group, this treatment helps relieve discomfort, improve circulation, and restore the natural appearance of your legs.
Varicose Vein Ablation Treats:
- Enlarged, bulging varicose veins
- Aching or heavy legs, especially after standing
- Leg swelling caused by poor vein function
- Throbbing, cramping, or burning sensations
- Chronic venous insufficiency (poor circulation)
- Skin discoloration or irritation near affected veins
- Itching or tenderness over visible veins
- Fatigue or restlessness in the legs
How Varicose Vein Ablation Works
Varicose vein ablation works by closing off damaged veins, allowing blood to reroute through healthier pathways. Our providers use two proven, minimally invasive methods (radiofrequency and laser ablation) to seal the affected vein from the inside. Once closed, the vein is gradually absorbed by your body, reducing symptoms and improving circulation over time.
- Radiofrequency Ablation: Radiofrequency ablation uses a thin, flexible catheter inserted into the affected vein under ultrasound guidance. The catheter delivers controlled radiofrequency energy, which generates gentle heat along the vein wall. This heat causes the collagen in the vein to contract, sealing it closed. Blood is then redirected to nearby healthy veins. Because the heat is evenly distributed, this method protects the surrounding tissue while treating the underlying vein problem.
- Laser Ablation: Laser ablation follows a similar approach but uses laser energy instead of radiofrequency waves. A small fiber is guided into the vein, where it emits pulses of light energy that convert to heat. This heat damages the inner lining of the vein, causing it to collapse and seal shut. The body then gradually breaks down and absorbs the vein. Laser ablation is highly effective for targeting smaller veins while still improving circulation and relieving symptoms.
Benefits of Varicose Vein Ablation:
- Minimally invasive with no large incisions
- Performed in-office with local anesthesia
- Little to no downtime: return to daily activities quickly
- Relieves pain, swelling, and leg heaviness
- Improves overall circulation and vein function
- Reduces the appearance of bulging veins
- Lower risk of complications compared to surgery
- Long-lasting results with proper vein care
FAQs
How Long Does the Procedure Take?
Varicose vein ablation is usually completed in about 30 to 60 minutes, depending on how many veins are being treated. Because it’s performed in-office, you won’t need to plan for a hospital stay, and you’ll be able to walk out on your own shortly after the procedure.
How Soon Will I See the Results?
You may notice symptom relief, such as reduced heaviness or aching, within a few days to weeks. Visually, bulging veins gradually fade as your body absorbs the treated vein over several weeks to months. Your provider will monitor your progress to ensure optimal results.
Will My Veins Come Back After Treatment?
The treated vein is permanently closed and absorbed by your body, so it won’t come back. However, new varicose veins can develop over time, especially if the underlying vein issues persist. Ongoing care and follow-up visits can help maintain your results.
Schedule Your Consultation
When’s the last time you felt truly comfortable and confident in your legs? At Arête Health Group in Paramus, New Jersey, our providers take the time to understand your symptoms and treat you as a whole person. Serving patients from Paramus, Fords, and Clifton, we offer vein care tailored to your goals. Schedule your consultation and take the next step toward lasting relief with varicose vein ablation.
