Varicose Vein Treatment Bulging, twisted varicose veins can cause moderate to severe discomfort in the legs ranging from itchiness to heaviness and soreness. In some circumstances, these veins may also be a sign of venous insufficiency or inability to properly distribute blood to the heart. Endovenous laser therapy is a cutting-edge treatment that can help to diminish varicose veins and improve blood flow, surgery-free. For those with painful varicose veins or problems with blood flow, endovenous laser therapy may be the right solution for you! How It Works Results & Side Effects Am I a Candidate? How It Works Endovenous laser therapy is conducted in a 30-45 minute procedure. You will first be administered local anesthesia to ease any tension or discomfort. Next, your specialist will insert a small catheter into the affected vein and work the catheter towards the groin area. Once the tube has been appropriately placed, your specialist will send small bursts of laser energy into the vein while steadily moving the catheter back out of the vein. As heat from this laser passes through the vein, the vein walls will contract and close off, preventing blood from flowing through it. As blood changes course into other veins, the varicose vein will begin to reabsorb into the body. Results & Side Effects Endovenous laser therapy has a moderately quick recovery process. After your procedure, we advise you to wear compression stockings to help prevent clotting and promote healthy blood flow. Anti-inflammatory medication and icing the incision area for 15 minutes can help to ease any pain during recovery, though this soreness should subside within five days of your procedure. Though complications from this treatment are highly uncommon, your physician will monitor your veins to ensure that no clots develop during your recovery. If you notice new or lasting signs of swelling, irritation, or infection, contact your physician right away. Am I a Candidate? If you are searching for a quick, minimally invasive procedure with virtually no downtime, endovenous laser therapy can be a fantastic option! Those with painful varicose veins can benefit from this treatment, as well as those who are at risk for vein-related complications like deep vein thrombosis. If you have questions or concerns about whether or not you are a prime candidate for this treatment, make sure to consult with your vascular specialist! Protect the Health of Your Veins at CIS The Cardiovascular Institute of the South Leg & Vein Center is your resource for vein health. From general health monitoring to determine which state-of-the-art treatment method is best for your needs, our vascular specialists can help you keep your veins healthy and prevent negative health events. Reach out to us today to schedule a consultation with our world-class physicians! Request an Appointment CIS Leg & Vein Centers operate in the following areas: Baton Rouge 8401 Picardy AvenueBaton Rouge, LA 70809 Phone (225) 308-0247 Toll-Free (225) 308-0247 Fax (225) 308-0249 Gray 191 Innovation Court, Suite AGray, LA 70359 Phone (985) 303-4100 Toll-Free (877) 846-0132 Fax (985) 303-4101 Houma 225 Dunn StreetHouma, LA 70360 Phone (985) 876-0300 Toll-Free (800) 445-9676 Fax (985) 876-4605 Jennings 422 Kade Drive, Suite 1Jennings, LA 70546 Phone (337) 388-6200 Toll-Free (844) 625-0436 Fax (337) 388-6201 Lafayette on Heymann 441 Heymann BoulevardLafayette, LA 70503 Phone (337) 289-8429 Toll-Free (877) 588-8429 Fax (337) 289-8431 Lafayette on Ambassador 2730 Ambassador Caffery ParkwayLafayette, LA 70506 Phone (337) 988-1585 Toll-Free (800) 582-2435 Fax (337) 981-4694 Meridian 4909 Great River DriveMeridian, MS 39305 Phone (601) 282-8980 Toll-Free (844) 643-6200 Fax 601-693-6561 New Iberia 500 North Lewis Street, Suite 100New Iberia, LA 70563 Phone (337) 367-5200 Toll-Free (800) 555-7604 Fax (337) 369-3074 Opelousas 1233 Wayne Gilmore Circle, Suite 450Opelousas, LA 70570 Phone (337) 942-3006 Toll-Free (800) 553-2394 Fax (337) 942-7744 Thibodaux 1320 Martin Luther King DriveThibodaux, LA 70301 Phone (985) 446-2021 Toll-Free (800) 340-7030 Fax (985) 493-3818 Westbank 1901 Manhattan Blvd, Building A, Suite 200Harvey, LA 70058 Phone (504) 354-5252 Toll-Free (833) 620-5252 Fax (504) 354-5253 Zachary 6550 Main Street, Suite 1000Zachary, LA 70791 Phone (225) 654-1559 Toll-Free (877) 654-3965 Fax (225) 654-6212