Our Process

How Do Your Legs Feel & Look Right Now?

Do your legs experience pain, swelling, or sock lines? Is there visible spider or varicose veins? Do they feel tired or cramped at night?

Imagine what life would be like if you didn’t have to live with these problems.

Let’s start eliminating the pain & embarrassment of your legs by following our 3-step process below.

STEP 1: Consultation

There’s nothing more frustrating than a doctor who doesn’t listen, seems rushed, or comes across as unfriendly.

At Minnesota Vein Center, you’ll experience attentive care and a welcoming staff dedicated to ensuring you receive the best treatment.

From your very first visit, our team of experts, including a provider and ultrasonographer, will be there to support you.

STEP 2: Ultrasound

Hate having to leave the doctor’s office for x-rays, labs, or other time-consuming tests? At Minnesota Vein Center, you won’t have to.

We provide onsite ultrasound and diagnostics to minimize your time and hassle, with same-day results from one of our providers.

STEP 3: Treatment Plan

We guarantee that you’ll leave with a top-notch treatment plan.

We offer various options, including Endovenous Laser Treatment, Radiofrequency Ablation, VenaSeal™, ambulatory microphlebectomy, pneumatic compression, and more.

Your treatment will be tailored specifically to your needs and goals. Don’t let leg issues hold you back any longer—scroll down to learn more about our treatments.

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Our Treatments

EVLT

Endovenous Laser Therapy, or EVLT, is a minimally invasive, groundbreaking procedure used to treat unsightly varicose veins as an alternative to the painful, lengthy ligation and stripping procedure. Up to 98% of patients are satisfied with the results of the ELVT procedure for up to 5 years after. As a result, EVLT is quickly on its way to becoming the new standard for treating varicose veins.

During the EVLT procedure, your doctor will identify the damaged vein and prepare the leg area with an anti-septic ointment. Next, a local anesthetic is applied to the site to minimize any pain. Then, laser light emitted through a thin fiber inserted into the damaged vein delivers just a small amount of energy, causing the malfunctioning vein to close and seal shut. Patients typically report immediate relief from symptoms.

After the EVLT procedure, most patients experience mild bruising and tightness in the legs, although these side effects usually subside within a few days. Patients can return home immediately, and many can resume work and other normal activities the very same day.

Radiofrequency Ablation

Radiofrequency ablation is a treatment device that is placed into a diseased vein under ultrasound guidance through a small opening in the skin.

The small device delivers heat to the vein wall, causing it to shrink and seal closed.

Once the diseased vein is closed, blood will reroute itself to other healthy veins. The great thing about radiofrequency ablation is that its minimally invasive outpatient procedure that gets you back to normal the very same day.

Microphlebectomy

Microphlebectomy is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat varicose veins that are too large to treat with sclerotherapy and too small for laser ablation.

Microphlebectomy is performed under local anesthesia in your doctor’s office. A series of small incisions, 2-3mm, are made after a dilute local anesthesia solution is injected into the area. A fine instrument is inserted through the small opening to grasp the vein. The varicosity is teased from the surrounding tissues and removed. No sutures are needed for the tiny incisions.

An ace wrap and a compression stocking are worn for a few days. Return to normal activities is expected within 24 hours. There are virtually no scars left after this procedure because of the tiny incisions used.

Microfoam

Microfoam injection is a minimally invasive vein treatment for spider veins and varicose veins. This non-invasive, outpatient procedure uses an injectable foam solution.

During the treatment, the doctor will administer a small amount of microfoam. The microfoam fills the desired section of the vein and causes the diseased vein to collapse.

Blood flow is redirected to healthier nearby veins. The microfoam disperses as it comes into contact with blood in healthy veins.

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy performed with the aid of ultrasound imaging aids the doctor in determining where to place the needle as well as assessing the number of injections that will be necessary.

The procedure begins with the patient lying on the examination table as a water-based gel is applied to the area on their body that will be observed. The transducer is kept firmly against the skin and is moved back and forth across the area to allow for the most detailed observation possible. Once the treatment site has been identified, the affected veins are injected with a sclerosant solution, which causes the veins to eventually collapse and be absorbed into the bloodstream.

After the sclerotherapy procedure, cotton balls and compression tape are applied to the injection site. Patients usually report only a mild burning sensation during the treatment.

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is the standard treatment for small varicose and spider veins less than 1-2mm in diameter. The face, hands, feet, and chest veins are the usual treatment locations.

A sclerosing solution is injected into the vein using a fine needle. The vein becomes irritated, collapses, and is gradually absorbed by the body. Since a solution is injected along the length of the vein, a large treatment area can be performed during one session.

The sclerosant placed in the vein causes little to no pain during treatment and is overall tolerated much better than laser therapy. The process causes a gradual fading of the treated vessel over a period of several weeks to several months.

Sclerotherapy Treatment for Face, Chest, Hand & Foot Veins

Visible veins on the face, chest, hands, and feet are caused by dilated blood vessels, often resulting from sun damage, rosacea, liver disease, or trauma. Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive solution that effectively reduces these veins, enhancing skin appearance and restoring confidence. This treatment targets areas like the forehead, nose, cheeks, eyelids, hands, and feet, providing a smoother, more even complexion.

Lymphedema

The lymphatic system is a network of vessels that transports lymph, a protein-rich fluid, back to the blood. Lymphedema is a chronic swelling disorder caused by an accumulation of this lymph fluid in the soft tissue. The buildup of stagnant fluid causes a mild to severe increase in limb girth, a decrease in tissue healing ability, and a high susceptibility to infections or cellulitis in the affected limb.

Lymphedema most often occurs in the arm or leg, but can also occur in the face, neck, abdomen, or genitals. Primary lymphedema is the result of missing or impaired lymphatic vessels; symptoms may develop at birth or later in life. Secondary lymphedema, a much more common type, is a result of lymph vessel damage or lymph node removal during surgery or radiation therapy. It may also occur after injury, scarring, trauma, or infection of the lymphatic system. Learn More.

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FAQs

What does Radiofrequency Ablation treat?

Venous reflux disease – which leads to Leg or ankle swelling, Leg Pain and Aching, Leg Cramps, Restless leg, Leg heaviness or fatigue, Burning or Itching skin, Skin Changes or Rash.

Venous reflux disease is a progressive medical condition that if left untreated, will likely worsen over time and develop into a more serious form of venous disease called chronic venous insufficiency (CVI).

CVI leads to more serious outcomes such as poor healing wounds, permanent skin damage, and an increased risk of deep blood clot.

What is the benefit of Endovenous Laser Therapy?

Patients get relief/improvement of symptoms after 2 days
This is a permanent fix to diseased refluxing veins in the legs
Proven long term results with positive patient outcomes and experience
Rapid recovery with patients resuming normal activities within a few days

What is the duration and frequency of Radiofrequency Ablation?

The procedure takes about 20-40 minutes.
The procedure is almost always a permanent fix for the diseased veins being treated.
The number of treatments needed depends on the severity and number of veins that are diseased.

What is Ambulatory Microphlebectomy?

Ambulatory Microphlebectomy is a minimally invasive procedure used to remove large surface varicose veins. It is performed in-office under local anesthesia and involves making tiny, needle-sized punctures through which the veins are gently removed.

What are the benefits of Ambulatory Microphlebectomy?

Quick procedure (about an hour) with local anesthesia, so you can walk in and out.
Tiny punctures, no stitches, and minimal visible scarring.
Most patients resume normal activities quickly.
Immediate improvement in varicose veins, relief from leg pain, heaviness, and swelling.

How long does the recovery take?

Recovery time is generally minimal. Most patients experience only minor discomfort and can resume normal activities shortly after the procedure