Varithena

What is Varithena?

Varithena is an injectable treatment for varicose veins that uses an FDA-approved foam that fills diseased veins, causing them to collapse and your body to dilute the foam in your bloodstream as it’s flushed out. After the affected vein collapses, blood flow reroutes to healthier nearby veins.

Varithena is a highly effective treatment for diseased veins. It’s minimally invasive without surgery, pain, or downtime. 

Which conditions can Varithena address?

Varithena helps eliminate varicose veins, which can cause the following symptoms:

• Lower leg swelling
• Blue, dark purple, red, or skin-colored visible veins
• Twisted or bulging veins
• Skin color changes
• Vein itching
• Cord-like blood vessels, often on your legs
• Leg aching
• Heaviness in the legs
• Throbbing or burning
• Muscle cramping

Therefore, this treatment can improve the appearance of treated tissues and reduce painful symptoms or potential complications caused by varicose veins. 

Am I a candidate for Varithena?

The Upper East Side Vein Institute offers an array of varicose vein treatments in addition to Varithena. To determine which is the most appropriate, your specialist discusses your treatment preferences and lifestyle, reviews your medical history, examines your veins, and asks about your goals. You may need a vascular ultrasound before your provider customizes a treatment.

What happens during Varithena treatment?

You can rest comfortably during Varithena treatment at The Upper East Side Vein Institute. Your specialist cleans the treatment area, numbs it, and injects Varithena foam into a diseased vein. This treatment often lasts less than an hour and requires just 1-2 needle sticks.

What can I expect after Varithena procedures?

You can resume normal daily activities after receiving Varithena injections, but avoid heavy exercise for about a week or as directed. Common side effects include tenderness, swelling, or redness at the injection site. Treated veins fade and disappear over time. 

Keep your post-treatment bandages in place for a few days, and wear compression stockings for two weeks. Walk at least 10 minutes daily and avoid long periods of inactivity. While many people need just one treatment, some require multiple sessions. Most insurance and Medicare plans cover Varithena procedures.

Schedule a Varithena evaluation at The Upper East Side Vein Institute by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.