- Microsclerotherapy
- Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy
- Endovenous Laser Ablation
Varicose veins are a very common problem, affecting around 25 percent of the population. They are a form of chronic venous disease. Chronic venous disease includes spider veins, reticular veins, and varicose veins. Varicose veins can be caused in part by increased pressure in the veins or poorly functioning valves in the veins. 1 in 4 women and 1 in 5 men may experience a form of chronic venous disease. Varicose veins can cause a range of symptoms starting from aching, throbbing, discomfort restlessness, in the lower legs.
These symptoms are usually worse at the end of the day particularly after an individual has been standing for a while. Often patients attend feeling like it’s not uncommon for a small cluster of spider veins to have underlying feeder veins so its not a bad idea to get a consultation.
Generally, varicose veins can slowly get worse and at the end of the spectrum, they can cause a change in the skin color around the ankle (a darkening of the skin in some cases). In the long term, this can be followed by a breakdown of the skin and sometimes the development of ulcers which can be hard to treat.
Varicose veins are treated non surgically nowadays. International guidelines now recommend endovenous thermal ablation as first-line treatment for the elimination of saphenous vein reflux. Surgical stripping of varicose veins is not a first-line treatment option for varicose veins.
Often patients might feel embarrassed to get treatment but this should not be. It’s much better in the long run to get a medical assessment of the underlying problem. Current treatment techniques include Endovenous Laser Ablation, Radio frequency Ablation, ultrasound guided sclerotherapy and Microsclerotherapy.
At CVLM, we are able to provide a clinical assessment including an in house ultrasound to advise on the most appropriate clinical management plan for your veins.
Book in for a medical consult to discuss your treatment options.
Varicose Vein Symptoms
There is parking in front of the clinic and on the side roads around the clinic. It’s a good idea to come to the clinic 15 minutes earlier to secure a parking spot prior to your appointment.
You will have a detailed consultation with the doctor. During this consultation, the doctor will go through various aspects of your medical history. It’s recommended that you bring a list of all your medications or even better get your GP to send through a health summary of your past medical history and current medications. The doctor will also perform an ultrasound to assess the extent of your vein pathology.
We treat all forms of vein concerns and if we find an issue that is complex, we are able to refer you to the appropriate specialist either locally or in Sydney.
The initial consultation will cost approximately 160$. Subsequent treatments are dependent on the unique vein issues that a patient may experience. Because not all patients have the same vein problem, it is not possible to apply a blanket pricing to all patients. On the day of the consult, you will be provided with a detailed price breakdown which will include what medicare rebate you will receive. Microsclerotherapy - $ 800
No we do not perform treatments on the day of consultation. The Medical Board guidelines recommend that patients have a cooling off period of approximately 1 week to assess whether the treatment offered is appropriate for them.
Generally you should be able to attend work the day after the treatment.
Please do get in touch to learn more about our bespoke treatment packages.
All treatments are administered by our team of leading aesthetic and medical professionals.
Ochre Medical Centre Garran
1st Floor/2 Garran Place
Garran, ACT, 2605
