What Type of Doctor Treats Venous Insufficiency?

• Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA): Endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses laser energy to close off the affected vein. A small incision is made in your skin, and a thin laser fiber is inserted. The laser energy heats the vein, causing it to collapse and seal shut. This procedure is highly effective for larger varicose veins.
• Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA): Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to close off the affected vein. A small incision is made in your skin, and a thin catheter is inserted into the vein. The catheter delivers radiofrequency energy, which heats the vein, causing it to collapse and seal shut.
• Venaseal: Venaseal is a minimally invasive procedure that involves injecting a medical adhesive directly into the affected vein. This adhesive seals the vein shut, preventing blood from flowing through it. Venaseal is a highly effective treatment for varicose veins and is often used in conjunction with other treatments.
• Ambulatory Phlebectomy: Ambulatory phlebectomy is a minimally invasive procedure that involves removing the affected vein through a small incision in your skin. This procedure is typically used for larger varicose veins that cannot be treated with other methods.

While venous insufficiency is treatable, it is also preventable. Here are some tips to prevent the development of venous insufficiency:

• Exercise regularly: Regular exercise helps to improve blood flow in your legs, reducing the risk of developing venous insufficiency.
• Maintain a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese puts extra pressure on the veins in your legs, making it more difficult for blood to flow properly.
• Elevate your legs: Elevating your legs above your heart level for 15-20 minutes a day can help to improve blood flow in your legs.
• Avoid sitting or standing for long periods: Sitting or standing for long periods can cause blood to pool in your legs, increasing the risk of developing venous insufficiency.
• Wear compression stockings: Compression stockings help to improve blood flow in your legs and can be particularly beneficial if you have a job that requires you to stand or sit for long periods.

Remember, prevention is key. To reduce the risk of developing venous insufficiency, it is important to exercise regularly, maintain a healthy weight, elevate your legs, avoid sitting or standing for long periods, and wear compression stockings. If you have any concerns or questions about venous insufficiency, we are always here to help.

At California Vein Treatment, we have a team of board-certified vein doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating venous insufficiency. We offer a variety of minimally invasive procedures that are highly effective in treating varicose veins and spider veins.

If you are experiencing symptoms of venous insufficiency, we recommend scheduling an appointment with one of our vein doctors. We offer free insurance verification even before the first appointment, so you can be sure that you are receiving the best care possible.

If you are in California and looking for vein specialists to treat your venous insufficiency, we have two locations for your convenience. Our San Diego clinic is located in the beautiful neighborhood of La Jolla, near the Torrey Pines beach state park and the Westfield UTC shopping center. Our San Jose clinic is located in a beautiful neighborhood near Palo Alto, Sunnydale, and Santa Clara, down the block from the Santa Clara Medical Center and the Santana Row Shopping Mall. Schedule a consultation with us today to get started on your journey to healthier veins.