What to Expect After Surgery
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What to Expect After Varithena
- Minimal restrictions: Most individuals can go back to work and normal activities by the next day.
- Avoid strenuous exercise: Hold off on running, jogging, or weightlifting for two weeks. Walking is allowed and encouraged as soon as possible.
- Potential side effects: It’s common to experience bruising, tenderness, redness, hardness, or warmth at the injection site.
- Compression bandage: You’ll leave wearing a bandage that must remain in place for 24 hours; you may then remove it and shower.
- Compression stockings: After showering, wear these during the day for two weeks (no need to wear them at night).
- Aspirin regimen: Patients generally begin taking 81 mg of baby aspirin on the day of their first procedure and continue until treatment is finished or as otherwise directed.
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What to Expect After Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA)
- Minimal restrictions: You can typically return to work and your usual activities the following day.
- Avoid strenuous exercise: Running, jogging, and weightlifting should be avoided for two weeks.
- Possible sensations: You might feel pulling or stretching in the treated vein, and occasionally a mild burning sensation that typically resolves within a month or two.
- Compression bandage: You’ll leave with a bandage on for 24 hours; after removing it, you may shower.
- Compression stockings: Wear them during the day for two weeks (they’re not needed at night).
- Aspirin regimen: Most patients begin taking 81 mg of baby aspirin on the day of their first procedure and continue until all treatments are done or per provider’s advice.
- Contact us: If you have questions or concerns after the procedure, feel free to call.
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What to Expect After VenaSeal
- Minimal restrictions: You can usually get back to work and regular tasks the day after treatment.
- Avoid strenuous exercise: Refrain from running, jogging, or weightlifting for two weeks.
- Possible skin reactions: You may notice some irritation or itching around the treated vein.
- Compression bandage: You’ll have a bandage in place for 24 hours; remove it before showering.
- Compression stockings: After showering, wear these during the day for two weeks (they’re not needed at night).
- Aspirin regimen: Patients typically start an 81 mg baby aspirin on the day of their first procedure and continue as recommended throughout treatment.