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2. Sclerotherapy - Wikipedia

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   Sclerotherapy is one method for the treatment of spider veins, varicose veins (which are also often treated with surgery, radiofrequency, and laser ablation), and venous malformations. In ultrasound -guided sclerotherapy, ultrasound is used to visualize the underlying vein so the physician can deliver and monitor the injection.

3. Chronic venous insufficiency - Wikipedia

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   Most cases of CVI can be improved with treatments to the superficial venous system or stenting the deep system. Varicose veins for example can now be treated by local anesthetic endovenous surgery. Rates of CVI are higher in women than in men. [4] [5] Other risk factors include genetics, smoking, obesity, pregnancy, and prolonged standing. [6]

4. Endovenous laser treatment - Wikipedia

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   The leg is bandaged and/or placed in a stocking that the patient wears for up to three weeks afterwards. Foam sclerotherapy or ambulatory phlebectomy is often performed at the time of the procedure or within the first 1–2 weeks to treat branch varicose veins. However, some physicians do not perform these procedures at the time of the ELT ...

5. Ultrasonography of chronic venous insufficiency of the legs

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   Also, unlike ultrasonography of deep venous thrombosis, the procedure focuses mainly on superficial veins. Also, unlike the arterial ultrasound examination, blood velocity in veins has no diagnostic meaning. Veins are a draining system similar to a low pressure hydraulic system, with a laminar flow and a low velocity.

6. Peroneal nerve paralysis - Wikipedia

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   Avoid putting long-term pressure on the back or side of the knee. Treat injuries to the leg or knee right away. If a cast, splint, dressing, or other pressure on the lower leg causes a tight feeling or numbness, call the health care provider. [12] Avoid crossing legs; Move around actively and frequently; Wear knee protections if working on knee

7. Does Medicare cover laser treatment for neuropathy? - AOL

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   The treatment can boost blood flow, encourage nerve regeneration, and relieve pain. A person can have laser therapy sessions in a medical office. For sustained results, people often require ...