If varicose veins cause leg pain, heaviness, swelling, embarrassment, or other life-disrupting issues, Varithena might be the solution you need. At Region Vein in Munster, Indiana, our team, led by renowned vascular surgeon Dr. Demetrios J. Karamichos, one of the first doctors in the country certified by the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine, offers Varithena™ foam sclerotherapy.
We believe it’s the best non-surgical treatment available for varicose veins. This innovative treatment uses industry-leading techniques to provide effective, comfortable relief from varicose veins.
What Is Varithena Foam Sclerotherapy?
Varithena is a minimally invasive treatment that uses a specially formulated foam to treat varicose veins. Dr. Karamichos injects the foam directly into the affected vein. The foam expands in the vein and displaces the blood there, redirecting blood flow to healthier veins. The vein walls collapse, and, over time, the treated vein is absorbed by the body, leaving your legs smoother and feeling better.
Surface Sclerotherapy and Foam Sclerotherapy: The Differences
Foam sclerotherapy and surface sclerotherapy are both minimally invasive treatments for problem veins, and both use a sclerosant, but they’re different.
Surface sclerotherapy uses a liquid sclerosant instead of foam. It’s usually best suited for smaller veins, such as spider veins or superficial varicose veins. It’s not as effective for larger veins. But that’s where foam sclerotherapy can come in. It can treat the larger vein surface area more effectively as it expands to fit the vein.
We offer comprehensive vein care at Region Vein, with both types of sclerotherapy available as an outpatient procedure.
Benefits of Varithena Treatment
Varithena offers remarkable benefits for people struggling with troublesome varicose veins. We believe it’s the best-in-class varicose vein treatment thanks to excellent patient experiences and results.
- Minimally Invasive: No surgery or incisions are required.
- Comfortable: Only one or two quick needle sticks to complete your virtually painless treatment. In clinical trials 96% of patients experienced no pain around the injection site.
- Convenient Outpatient Procedure: We perform Varithena treatments here in our Munster office, with the average treatment time being just an hour.
- Fast Recovery: Most patients resume normal activities immediately.
- Effective Results: Reduces the appearance and symptoms of varicose veins. No more heaviness, aching, and pain — and you can feel free to show off your legs afterward!
Varithena is FDA-approved and ideal for treating varicose veins in the legs, particularly large or difficult-to-treat ones.
Varithena Treatment in Munster, Indiana
If you’re ready to banish varicose veins and feel more confident, call Region Vein at 219-595-3095 in Munster, Indiana, to schedule your consultation.
