Enhanceskin

7 Buxton Square
Nelson
Tel: 03 548 8216
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Do you live in Nelson or Blenheim? Are your veins out of sight and mind? Do unsightly spider and varicose veins mean you wear opaque tights in winter and avoid bare legs in summer. Thankfully technological advances mean showing off your legs can become a reality again. You can WEAR SHORTS AGAIN!

Varicose Veins Nelson Blenheim

Ring Robyn or Taryn on 548 8216 to arrange a FREE no obligation Varicose Veins assessment and scan in Nelson or Blenheim with Dr David.

Click on the links below to read more about available treatments.

Veins form an essential part of the circulatory system, returning blood to the heart after body cells exchange waste products for Oxygen. Varicose veins, however are a sign of an underlying problem. Varicose veins may develop through a combination of underlying factors; weakened vein walls, high venous pressures, and faulty valves. Healthy valves open to allow blood flow, then close to stop it flowing backwards. When this malfunctions, the blood pools, creating a bulging knotted look. This is a common issue in New Zealand with up to 40% of women and 25% of men affected by varicose veins of varying severity, with plenty in their 20s and 30s affected. Varicose veins can be responsible for painful cramps, aching, tired legs and restlessness at night, which can affect sleep and daily activities.
More serious varicose veins can lead to an array of problems including skin discolouration, dermatitis and even ulcers. Abnormal veins are often inherited but can also be related to hormonal changes during pregnancy and menopause. Occupations requiring long periods sitting, or especially standing, contribute to increased risk. For these reasons Varicose Veins can never be said to be ‘cured’ (although this can be the case for many) and new veins may surface over subsequent years because it is impossible to cure the underlying varicose disease process itself. In the past, invasive surgical stripping was the only way to treat the appearance and symptoms of varicose veins. This is expensive, requiring general anaesthetic and hospitalisation, can leave scarring and requires a lengthy recovery period.
Modern technology allows Dr David Orsbourn at Enhanceskin to offer Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy (UGS) and the minimally invasive Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLT) which allows you to return to normal activities almost straight away. Both treatments are offered in Nelson and Blenheim, they ‘close’ the malfunctioning veins, solving the problem with no harm to the circulatory system, as blood flow is rerouted to the surrounding healthy veins.

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy (UGS)

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy (UGS) uses specialised ultrasound equipment to guide injections of sclerosent which permanently closes the vein. This procedure is virtually painless, so requires no anaesthesia and takes just an hour. UGS can be less effective on larger veins, and has a higher recurrence rate.

Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA)

Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLA) uses targeted laser energy to seal the vein shut. After administration of local anaesthetic, a needle is inserted and a laser fibre is then fed up through the needle into the vein. The fibre with its laser light is slowly withdrawn, shrinking and sealing off the vein. This takes approximately an hour and has a 99% success rate (even after 5 years*) with immediate relief of physical symptoms. The benefit of EVLA is it combines the effectiveness of surgery with the minimally-invasive, outpatient ease of sclerotherapy.

Varicose veins are often associated with spider veins, small red or blue dilated blood vessels common on the legs, feet, and even breasts. Microsclerotherapy is the common way to treat these which involves using a fine needle to inject a sclerosant solution into the veins, stimulating the body’s natural healing, closing off the veins.

These are all ‘outpatient procedures’ requiring no general anaesthesia or hospital stay, walk in walk out and you are able to drive home afterwards. The great advantage over surgery is that there is minimal downtime or impact on your usual daily living over the weeks following treatment. You will need to wear compression stockings (which now have some more fashionable options) and avoid immediate international air travel. Don’t muck around if your veins bother you. “Why be ashamed of your legs, or live with the pain?”

Come and see a vein specialist like David. He will discuss your issues, then is able to perform an ultrasound in his room, to map your venous system to ascertain the source of your problem. He is then able to discuss and advise what the best treatment option is for you then and there.

NEWS FLASH – We are now offering free no-obligation Varicose Vein Assessments with Ultrasound Mapping in Blenheim, as well as our Nelson clinic. David is performing both UGS and EVLA procedures in the beautiful new Operating Facility at Churchill Trust Private Hospital in Blenheim.

We have Affiliated Provider status with Southern Cross, and and are accepted for cover by Sovereign, FMG, UniMed, Accuro and OnePath.

Discover more information about EVLA – Visit the VenaCure Website

Venaseal

The VenaSeal closure system uses a proprietary medical adhesive delivered endovenously, treating and closing varicose veins.

While it may not be suitable for every client, if this solution is appropriate for you, it does have a couple of advantages not found with other varicose vein treatments.

  • Unlike other varicose vein treatments, using the VenaSeal  closure system means that there is no requirement to wear compression stockings following your procedure.
  • If this treatment is suitable for you, you’ll be pleased to know there are no restrictions on travel; you can hop on a plane immediately after treatment.
  • Fewer injections are required as no tumescent anaesthesia is necessary.
  • This treatment is still a walk in / walk out procedure.

Other small vein treatments

IPL Skin Rejuvenation

IPL stands for Intense Pulsed Light, which is a process that helps reduce the appearance of different lesions within the skin. A course of IPL is ideal for facial vein removal.

Microsclerotherapy

A safe and convenient method of diminishing the appearance of spider veins and thread veins on the face and legs. This procedure encourages the vein walls to stick together which obliterates the visible vein.

*Min,RJ; Khilnani, NM : “Endovenous Laser Ablation of Varicose Veins”. J. Cardiovasc Surg. 2005; 46:395-405.

Phone 03 548 8216 for both Blenhim and Nelson appointments.

HEALTH INSURANCE

HEALTH INSURANCE

enhanceskin is an Affiliated Provider to Southern Cross Health Society for
Endovenous Laser Treatment and
Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy

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What our clients say

“I can't believe it - I have 2 legs back with no pain” – Shirley

“I can heartily recommend laser, less pain and back to work!” – Denise

(after EVLT Varicose Veins)
“First summer in years I have been able to wear shorts” – Daryl H

(after EVLT Varicose Veins)
“Best thing is I've had no cramps since the day of my vein treatment” – Robert P

(after EVLT Varicose Veins)
"My restless legs have gone" - David

(On the evening following his varicose veins procedure)
"That was so much less scary than I thought it would be" - Vivienne

(Following EVLA varicose vein treatment)
"I don't know why I didn't do it years ago" - Carolynne

(Following the removal of numerous skin tags)
"That was easier than going to the Dentist" - Alistair

(after EndoVenous Laser Ablation of his Varicose Veins)
“That was so less scary than I thought it would be. You’ve changed my life” – Awhina

(after EVLT Varicose Veins)
“The weight came off, my skin firmed up and the few stretch marks I had started to fade. I would recommend TiteFX to anyone struggling to shed those last couple of kilos, it's a miracle treatment”

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