Varicose and other diseased veins are common, affecting about half of people over 50. At The Upper East Side Vein Institute on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City, experienced cardiovascular specialists offer ClosureFast™ technology to eliminate unwanted or painful veins. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or requesting a consultation online today.
ClosureFast is a minimally invasive thermal treatment for varicose veins, other diseased veins, and chronic venous insufficiency. It’s a painless outpatient treatment that uses thermal energy to shrink vein walls and close treated veins without invasive procedures. Blood then reroutes to healthier nearby veins, easing bothersome or unsightly symptoms.
ClosureFast offers an array of benefits, including:
Usually, you can treat one leg at a time. You may need 5-10 needle sticks to numb the area and one stick to obtain access to the affected vein.
The Upper East Side Vein Institute offers numerous treatments for varicose and spider veins. The best option depends on your symptoms, the size and number of diseased veins you have, your lifestyle, and your treatment preferences. You also need ultrasound imaging of the leg being treated. Your provider tailors a solution that matches your goals.
During ClosureFast treatment, your specialist cleans and numbs the treatment area and uses ultrasound guidance to position a catheter in a diseased vein by making a small opening in your skin. The catheter delivers heat to the walls of the vein, causing shrinkage and sealing the vein closed. Blood then reroutes to healthier veins.
After completing a ClosureFast procedure, you rest in a recovery area. Your provider applies a bandage to the insertion site and gives you a compression stocking to wear to optimize healing. Common side effects include redness, swelling, or tenderness.
It’s important to walk around, but avoid extended periods of standing or heavy exercise until given the okay. You can generally resume normal activities within a few days.
Many insurance plans cover ClosureFast procedures and other radiofrequency treatments.
To learn more about revolutionary ClosureFast, schedule an appointment at The Upper East Side Vein Institute by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.