Varicose Vein Treatment Sydney
Manage varicose veins and improve your leg health
$280 consult fee (with Medicare rebate and GP referral)
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Varicose veins causing discomfort? Seeking treatment options in Northern Beaches and North Shore? With over 500 procedures a year, Vein Doctors Sydney can assist with several varicose vein treatment options giving you relief from this uncomfortable condition.
Vein Doctors Sydney can assist with several varicose vein treatment options giving you relief from this uncomfortable condition.
What are varicose veins?
Varicose veins are a type of venous disease. They are abnormal veins (blood vessels), twisted and enlarged, commonly seen on the legs. They occur when the valves in the veins become weak and are unable to efficiently carry blood back to the heart. Varicose veins can cause aching, swelling, and skin discolouration.
Generally benign, varicose veins do not pose a severe health threat. However, certain conditions may result from untreated venous incompetence. These include bleeding, skin ulceration, superficial vein thrombosis or deep vein thrombosis. If left untreated it may cause other issues including leg ulcers.
Varicose Veins are abnormal veins that have become twisted and enlarged, commonly seen on the legs.
Cause of Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are caused by weakened or damaged valves in the veins and can be caused by a variety of factors including:
- Heredity: Varicose veins can be caused by genetics. If someone in your family has them, you may be more likely to get them.
- Ageing: As you get older, the valves in your veins weaken and become less efficient. This can cause increased pressure in the veins and lead to varicose veins.
- Pregnancy: During pregnancy, the extra weight of the baby puts extra pressure on your veins, which can cause them to become enlarged.
- Obesity: Excess weight may increase pressure on the veins, potentially leading to their expansion and visibility.
- Prolonged standing or sitting: Standing or sitting for long periods of time can put extra pressure on your veins, leading to them becoming enlarged and varicose.
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Symptoms of Varicose Veins
Varicose veins can cause discomfort and a range of other problems, including:
- Pain
- Aching, heavy legs
- Swollen ankles and feet
- Throbbing, cramping, or burning sensation in the legs
- Itching around one or more of the veins
- Discoloured skin around the affected veins
- Ulcers on the skin near the affected veins
- Skin thickening and darkening near the affected veins
Painful, aching throbbing legs may be a sign of varicose veins.
Diagnosing Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are usually diagnosed by performing a clinical assessment and detailed venous ultrasound. Dr McConnell is able to provide an accurate varicose vein diagnosis and develop a patient-specific treatment plan.
Advantages of Varicose Vein Removal Treatment
There are numerous potential benefits to having varicose veins removed which include:
- Improved appearance: Varicose vein removal treatment aims to enhance the look of the skin, promoting a smoother and more uniform appearance.
- Improved circulation: Removal of varicose veins can improve blood flow, which can help alleviate aching and throbbing in the legs, as well as reduce the risk of blood clots.
- Reduced risk of complications: Removal of varicose veins reduces the risk of complications such as skin ulcers, discolouration, and bleeding.
- Reduced skin sensitivity: Removal of varicose veins can reduce the sensitivity of the skin around the affected area, providing relief from itching and discomfort.
- Reduced risk of infection: Removal of varicose veins can reduce the risk of infection, which can cause further complications.
- Treatments leave negligible scarring.
Varicose Vein Removal Treatment Sydney
Vein Doctors Sydney offers the latest, less invasive and effective treatments for varicose veins. These include sclerotherapy, endovenous laser ablation, radiofrequency ablation, medical glue treatment and ambulatory phlebectomy. We also offer conservative management options including compression stockings.
Our highly skilled team will tailor a patient-specific treatment plan for the best possible results, ensuring our patients feel comfortable and confident throughout the process. Varicose vein treatment options include:
- Sclerotherapy is a less invasive treatment that involves the injection of a sclerosant solution into the affected vein. The solution irritates the inner lining of the vein and causes it to collapse and seal shut.
- Endovenous laser ablation and radiofrequency ablation involve inserting a catheter and administration of a heat source to the diseased vein.
- A relatively new treatment for varicose veins is Medical Glue Treatment (VenaSeal). This involves the injection of a special medical-grade glue into the diseased vein, which essentially seals the vein shut.
- Ambulatory phlebectomy is an outpatient surgical procedure removing the visible, bulging, and diseased varicose vein branches.
- Compression stockings are a type of hosiery that is worn to improve blood flow, helping to alleviate varicose vein symptoms and reduce the risk of developing varicose veins. Compression stockings are available in a variety of compression levels, depending on the amount of pressure required for your particular condition.
The appropriate treatment plan will be tailored to your specific condition, taking into consideration the size and location of your varicose veins, as well as your overall health.
Before and After
These are the results of our patients after having varicose vein treatment.
Disclaimer: The images above are displayed with the consent of the patients featured. Be aware that the results depicted are specific to these individuals and may not represent the outcomes for others. Results can vary due to factors such as genetics, diet, and exercise.
Varicose Vein Treatment Cost in Sydney
The cost of varicose vein treatment at any of our clinics in Sydney is dependent on the treatment recommended for your individual condition.
After an initial consultation, we can provide detailed costing of the treatment, and if any Medicare rebates apply.
Please contact us for more information on costs.
Why Choose Us
- Less Invasive Treatments with a Higher Success Rate
Our less invasive procedures offer fewer risks, a quicker recovery, and higher success rates. - Vascular Ultrasound Technology
Onsite ultrasound service is available. It is evidence-based and an effective way to assess the blood flow in the arteries or veins. - Experience Proven by 1000s of Patients
We’ve performed 1000s of endovascular procedures and transformed the lives of over 2500 patients. - Expert Assistance by our Friendly and Trained Doctors
Our practice promotes a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where patients are provided with accurate information based on the latest research and technology. - Everything Under One Roof
At Vein Doctors, we’re committed to providing complete, integrated care under one roof. From diagnosis and treatment to prevention.
Free Resource
Want to know how to prevent and care for your varicose veins?
No one likes struggling with varicose veins.
Over the years, we’ve noticed an increasing number of people suffering with venous disease and not enough everyday people know what causes them or how to prevent them.
We created this free resource to help you in preventing varicose veins so that you can walk comfortably.
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Initial Consultation and Vein Screening
This consultation is the perfect way for you to learn about what we can do to help you become free of the pain and discomfort of your varicose veins. From start to finish a consultation takes about 45 minutes and the valuable information you will receive will enable you to make important healthcare decisions about your varicose veins.
- A comprehensive venous ultrasound will be performed.
- A doctor will discuss the results with you, answer any questions you may have and present various treatment options.
- A personalised treatment plan will be provided based on the results of your vein assessment.
- After your consultation, it is important to know that our team are on hand to answer any further questions and to support you through your journey.
Our Expert Doctor
Dr Ryan McConnell
BMBS, FRANZCR, CCINR
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Dr McConnell is an Australian-trained Interventional Neuroradiologist, possessing extensive experience in less invasive procedures.
Annually, he performs more than 500 endovascular procedures. His medical education began at Flinders University, where he earned a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery.
He completed specialty training in Radiology at Royal North Shore Hospital, followed by a Fellowship in Interventional Radiology and a two-year Fellowship in Neurointervention, for which he was awarded CCINR accreditation.
Dr McConnell holds a consultant visiting medical officer positions at Northern Beaches Hospital, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Nepean Private Hospital. He remains actively involved in medical student/registrar teaching and research.
How to schedule a consultation
For more information on our services and the cost of each service, or to schedule a consultation at our clinic, please contact us at one of the following:
- Call us on (02) 9023 9970
- Fax us at (02) 9023 9973
- Email us at info@veindoctorssydney.com
- Book online
Our Vein Clinics Locations in Sydney
Vein Doctors Sydney Manly
Suite 503, 39 East Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095
Our Open Hours:
8:30 am – 5 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Vein Doctors Sydney St Leonards
North Shore Health Hub - Ground Floor, Rockwell Medical Centre, 7 Westbourne Street, St Leonards 2065
Our Open Hours:
8:30am – 5pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
8:30am – 5pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Vein Doctors Sydney Kingswood
Nepean Private Specialist Centre, Suite 3, 1A Barber Avenue, Kingswood 2747
Our Open Hours:
8:30 am – 5 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
FAQs
If you require more information on varicose vein treatment, please read our most frequently asked questions:
Medicare does cover some varicose vein treatments for those who qualify. The eligibility requirements for coverage under Medicare are based on the medical necessity of the procedure.
Varicose veins cannot be fixed on your own. Treatment for varicose veins must be done by a medical professional. Treatment to improve vein health may include lifestyle changes, compression stockings, sclerotherapy, endovenous ablation or surgery.
There is no fast easy solution to varicose veins. The best approach is to make lifestyle changes to reduce the symptoms. These include regular exercise, avoiding sitting or standing for long periods of time, wearing compression stockings, and elevating your legs when possible.
If lifestyle changes do not help, you may want to consult with a doctor to discuss medical treatments such as sclerotherapy, endovenous ablation, or surgery.
Varicose veins are caused by weakened or damaged valves in the veins. When the valves are weakened or damaged, they cannot keep the blood flowing in one direction, causing it to back up and pool in the veins, leading to varicose veins.
Varicose veins are most commonly found on the legs, especially around the calf and ankle areas. They can also appear on the face, abdomen, scrotum, and vulva.
Spider veins are small, thin veins that look like webs of blue and red lines that are close to the surface of the skin. Varicose veins are larger, swollen, and twisted veins that may look lumpy or bulging and are usually dark blue or purple in colour.
This information is not intended to be used for diagnosis or treatment. It is aimed at presenting a perspective only and is not a substitute for a prescription. Anyone experiencing a medical condition should consult their doctor.