Varicose Vein Treatment Using Microfoam Injection

Well&You is revolutionizing Varicose Vein Treatment in Jacksonville, Florida: The Microfoam Injection Approach

Varicose veins are a common medical condition that affects millions of people around the world, including here in the First Coast Jacksonville and South Georgia area. These enlarged and twisted veins, often found in the legs, can cause pain, discomfort, and cosmetic concerns. Fortunately, advancements in medical technology have led Dr. Ragu Murthy, cardiologist and vein specialist at Well&You, to offer innovative treatment options, including the use of microfoam injections, which are gaining popularity for their effectiveness and minimally invasive nature.

Understanding Varicose Veins

Before delving into microfoam injections as a treatment option, Well&You vein specialists in North Florida recommend an essential understanding the underlying causes and symptoms of varicose veins. Varicose veins occur when the valves in the veins become weak or damaged, allowing blood to flow backward and pool in the veins. This pooling of blood causes the veins to become enlarged, twisted, and visible beneath the skin’s surface.

According to Dr. Ragu Murthy of Well&You, these are the common symptoms of varicose veins:

1. Pain and aching in the legs, particularly after prolonged standing or sitting.

2. Swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet.

3. Itchy or irritated skin over the affected veins.

4. Skin discoloration, particularly around the ankles.

5. Visible, bulging veins.

Traditional Treatment Options

Historically, vascular surgeons used surgical procedures like vein stripping and ligation to treat varicose veins. While these techniques have proven effective, they are invasive and often require a longer recovery period. More recently, North Florida and South Georgia vein specialists at Well&You have started using in their vein clinic the minimally invasive treatments like endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) and radiofrequency ablation (RFA). These procedures use heat to close off the affected veins, redirecting blood flow to healthier vessels.

Microfoam Injection Therapy at Well&You Vein Clinic: A Game Changer

Microfoam injection therapy, also known as foam sclerotherapy, is a minimally invasive treatment option that is used by Dr. Ragu Murthy and is gaining momentum in the field of varicose vein management. This technique involves injecting a specially formulated foam into the affected vein, causing it to collapse and seal shut. The foam, which is created by mixing a liquid sclerosant with air or gas, irritates the vein’s inner lining, prompting it to close off and eventually be absorbed by the body.

A feeling of restlessness in the legs is another potential indication of vein disease. People  typically experience this when they’re trying to fall asleep. Understandably, this symptom can be pretty frustrating since it impacts your ability to fall asleep, and sleep impacts every facet of your life.

Advantages of Microfoam Injection Therapy for Varicose Veins 

1. Minimally Invasive: Microfoam injections are performed on an outpatient basis with the need for surgery by a vascular surgeon, often requiring only a local anesthetic. There is no need for surgical incisions or general anesthesia, making it a more comfortable experience for patients.

2. High Success Rate: Studies have shown that microfoam injection therapy is highly effective in treating varicose veins, with success rates comparable to more invasive procedures.  

3. Short Recovery Time: Patients typically experience minimal downtime after microfoam injections, allowing them to return to their daily activities relatively quickly.

4. Minimal Scarring: Unlike surgical techniques, microfoam injections leave no visible scars as they don’t require any incisions.

5. Versatility: Microfoam injections can treat a variety of vein sizes and types, including larger varicose veins and smaller spider veins.

6. Improved Aesthetics: Treating varicose veins can significantly improve the appearance of the legs, boosting self-confidence and quality of life.

Conclusion

Microfoam injection therapy has emerged as an effective and minimally invasive treatment option for varicose veins patients in North Florida and South Georgia. This innovative approach offers numerous advantages for folks on the First Coast, including a high success rate, shorter recovery time, and minimal scarring. However, As technology continues to advance, the field of vein treatment is likely to see further improvements, providing Well&You patients with even more accessible and comfortable solutions for managing varicose veins. If you’re suffering from varicose veins, consult with a qualified vein specialist near you to determine if microfoam injections could be the right choice for you. 

Call or text our office at (904) 895-5400‬‬ for more information.

About Dr. Murthy

For almost two decades, Dr. Murthy has saved lives, healed wounds and relieved debilitating pain, restored people’s ability to walk, and improved their quality of life. Dr. Ragu Murthy has had the privilege of serving his community as an invasive cardiologist at the University of Florida’s busiest Trauma hospitals and as a founding director of St. Vincent’s Vein Institute in Jacksonville, Florida. A physician in high demand, Dr. Murthy pioneered and performed deep and superficial vein procedures — from advanced deep vein treatments to treatment of symptomatic varicose veins.

About Well&You

Well&You is making vein and vascular health kinder, easier, and better.  Our roots in cardiology means we think holistically about bodies, hearts, minds, families and communities.  We focus on health and the quality of living.