What should we not do after RFA?

Patients should not drive a car or make important decisions for 24 hours after the procedure because of anesthesia effects. Excessive physical activity is also discouraged. However, most patients can resume normal diet, physical activity and sexual activity within a few days of RFA.

How long is recovery after radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins?

The procedure itself generally takes two to three hours. This procedure is typically performed in the outpatient setting, and you can expect to be discharged home several hours after the procedure is complete. Full recovery will take approximately one to two weeks.

How do you take care of varicose veins after surgery?

What happens after endovenous laser varicose vein surgery?

  1. Put an ice pack over the area for 15 minutes at a time, to help reduce swelling.
  2. Check the incision sites every day.
  3. Keep the incision sites out of water for 48 hours.
  4. Wear compression stockings for a few days or weeks, if advised.

How long wear stockings after radiofrequency ablation?

The standard practice of the Veins Unit is to advise patients to wear class two compression stockings for four weeks post-operatively.

Why am I in so much pain after radiofrequency ablation?

In fact, it’s normal for some people to experience a tiny bit of increased pain in the first few days after radiofrequency ablation because the nerves may be irritated. Don’t worry, pain will decrease with time, and it may take several days before you start feeling some pain relief.

How much should you walk after vein ablation?

Exercise after Varicose Vein Surgery That’s because walking during recovery from varicose vein surgery is critical for most patients. We ask our patients to walk after varicose vein treatment for 30 minutes and we advise walking every day for at least an hour a day for the weeks following treatment.

How do you sleep after a vein ablation?

Since your veins are still recovering, you should avoid adding undo pressure by elevating the legs during sleep. Have your spouse or partner place a couple of pillows under your legs, just below the knee joint. If you wake during the night, focus on ensuring that your legs remain elevated.

How long do you wear compression socks after vein ablation?

After stitching the cuts, your surgeon will place compression stockings in your legs together with bandages. Healing can take anywhere from two weeks up to a month. You’ll be advised to wear your stockings for about two to six weeks.

Is radiofrequency ablation considered surgery?

Radiofrequency Ablation is a Minimally Invasive Non-Surgical Procedure. To be classified as a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure, the medical treatment must not involve removing any tissue or organs or involve cutting open the body.