When searching for a private varicose vein treatment clinic in the UK you may have heard of the term ‘NICE Recommended’ or ‘NICE Gold Standard’. These statements sound very positive and important but what actually is NICE and what are the NICE Guidelines for Varicose Vein treatment? What is NICE? NICE stands for the National Institute for Health… Continue reading What are NICE Guidelines for Varicose Veins?
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Vein Removal Treatments: The Private Clinic vs. the NHS
The Daily Express recently wrote about a man (Rob Crowley, 35) who had undergone a ‘MIRACLE’ treatment for his Varicose Veins after having had an unsuccessful surgical procedure with the NHS. The headlining treatment in question was the Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA) Therapy which was performed at our Birmingham clinic. The article effectively raises three… Continue reading Vein Removal Treatments: The Private Clinic vs. the NHS
Alternatives to vein stripping
50% of varicose veins are treated via a technique known as stripping – a complicated surgical procedure which involves tying off problem veins and removing them. With most patients advised to take 14-21 days off work post-procedure and general anaesthetic commonly used, the surgery is invasive despite its frequent use. And this, alongside the progression of alternative… Continue reading Alternatives to vein stripping
Why Varicose Veins Are Worth Treating for Cosmetic Reasons
Should you invest in treating your varicose veins even if they’re not painful? Well varicose veins are not just a cosmetic issue, they can develop into a serious medical issue. While you may be unfazed by their appearance, you will need to monitor them. If you can, we always recommend treating varicose veins early to… Continue reading Why Varicose Veins Are Worth Treating for Cosmetic Reasons
