How long until Veinwave patients can resume normal activity?
Because the Veinwave is not using photocoagulation (such as laser/light-based energy), the patient may immediately return to normal activity, including normal sun exposure. While you can apply makeup over the treated area, it is recommended that you do so lightly to enable the skin to breathe and [...]
Does the Veinwave treatment hurt?
Some patients have a mild discomfort, but it is very tolerable – especailly compared to electrolysis, laser, or intense pulsed light treatments. It is not necessary to use any anesthetic for the Veinwave procedures. In fact, it is advised NOT to use anesthetics because they can cause undesired vasodilation (widening of [...]
How does the Veinwave work?
The Veinwave system uses an important collection of proprietary technologies to effectively thermocoagulate telangiectasia and spider veins. The process causes the blood vessels to heat up to a point where the vessel walls collapse. (This is similar to sucking the air out of a drinking straw and then gluing the inside [...]
How long has the Veinwave system been available?
The Veinwave has been used in Europe for over 8 years where over 1000 physicians are enjoying the results every day. American physicians saw the technology at international conferences and there has been building demand for the system. Therefore, the FDA recently cleared the Veinwave system for sale [...]
Are facial veins the same as spider veins? Or are they called broken capillaries? Does sclerotherapy work on facial veins?
Many names are used to described noticeable veins seen on the face. Spider veins and broken capillaries are some examples. The true name for these is Telangiectasia. Telangiectaisa may occur from too much sun over the [...]
I have spider veins and more visible thicker veins that are not bumpy but painful nonetheless…my doctor suggested laser therapy and said it would treat both.From what I have read, laser treats spider veins only…is this true?
There are two types laser therapy when it comes to leg veins problems. The first is [...]
Is the association between Varicose Veins and pregnancy because of the weight gained during pregnancy? Or are there other factors involved?
During the first trimester of pregnancy, hormones are released that cause relaxation of veins. This promotes blood to go in the wrong direction (reflux) which may cause varicose veins. The fact that most varicose veins [...]
Is it possible to do sclerotherapy on veins on the hands/wrist/arms?
Yes, you can have sclerotherapy on your hand and wrist. I dont advise getting sclerotherapy on your arms as you may need those veins for IV or blood draws.
- Dr. Wright
my legs are swollen, minor pain, veins have darkened and its been like this for a while… i haven’t injured anything at all or hit any hard objects. i’m afraid that it could be blood clots. i went to the doctor a while back for the same problem and the ultra sound was negative. is [...]
My wife is 73 and is suffering from varicose veins for the last 5 years. We have tried all possible medication. Is there a treatment for a permanent cure?
There is a procedure called an Endovenous Laser Ablation. That is a small fiber that is inserted through a needle stick in the skin. Pulses of laser [...]
Is there a minimum age for having the laser light therapy treatment?
Not really. If there is any limitation, it depends on the situation and goals of the treatment.
- Dr. Wright
I have tried Sclerotherapy and have been told laser will not work because of possible darkening of skin. Is the veinwave a good alteranative?
The Veinwave does not cause hyperpigmentation or darkening of the skin. The Veinwave may be a good option but it is only effective for very small veins.
- Dr. Wright
Is there a risk to the fetus if we did an EVLT while the patient was 4-5 weeks pregnant?
The patient was unaware she was pregnant.
Generally, elective procedures are not advised during pregnancy. However, I am not aware of any risk to fetus by endovenous ablations. Deep vein thrombosis is a rare but serious complication of [...]
I had the procedure this morning and wore the compression stockings all day but I can’t remember if the Dr. said to wear them when I sleep?
In general, compression hose are worn during waking hours only. However, it is not unusual for them to be worn overnight if the treating physician is relying on them [...]
Is it normal to have a Phlebectomy in the doctor’s office and not a hospital?
I just consulted with a doctor about my large varicose veins. He advised me that he could take them out by phlebectomy in his office under local anesthetic. Is this normal or should I find a doctor to do this procedure [...]
