Radiofrequency vein ablation (RFA) is a minimally-invasive treatment for venous insufficiency and varicose veins. In RFA, a small plastic catheter delivers heat to the vein wall, causing it to shrink and then the vein to seal closed. Once the vein is sealed closed, the blood is routed to nearby healthy veins for improved circulation in the area.

Radiofrequency vein ablation has become the most popular alternative to the more invasive vein stripping procedure done in hospitals or the more painful laser vein ablations. RFA is associated with far less tissue damage and a faster and more comfortable recovery compared to vein stripping procedures or laser vein ablation. With RFA most patients experience much less bleeding and bruising compared to laser vein ablation.

When radiofrequency is performed correctly to qualified candidates, the benefits of this procedure can be numerous and long-lasting! Some examples of the potential benefits of receiving radiofrequency ablation include the following:

• Treats venous Insufficiency in the legs.
• Reduces or eliminates chronic leg pain.
• Reduces aching, itchiness, heaviness and may reduce swelling.
• Reduces need to rely on oral medication for pain relief.
• Minimal recovery time.