If you are dealing with painful or bulging varicose veins, you may benefit from Varithena™, an advanced injectable sclerotherapy foam treatment. At Vein Specialists of Geneva & Elk Grove, Dr. Kevin P. Kern uses this innovative therapy to close diseased veins without surgery. Varithena offers an effective option for patients who want symptom relief with minimal downtime.
What Is Varithena?
Varithena is an FDA-approved prescription foam used to treat incompetent veins caused by venous reflux. When vein valves fail, blood flows backward and collects in the vein. This pressure causes the vein to enlarge, leading to discomfort, heaviness, swelling, aching, and visible distortion beneath the skin.
Varithena works by injecting a specialized microfoam solution directly into the affected vein. The foam fills and treats the vein segment, causing it to collapse and seal shut. Blood then reroutes through healthy veins, which improves circulation and reduces symptoms.
How The Varithena Procedure Works
Before treatment, we evaluate your circulation and confirm the source of reflux. During the procedure, Dr. Kern injects the foam into the targeted vein using ultrasound guidance to ensure accuracy.
The microfoam expands within the vein, allowing it to contact the vein walls evenly. This controlled reaction closes the vein safely and effectively. Because the treatment does not require incisions or thermal energy, it can treat veins that may not respond as well to heat-based procedures.
The procedure takes less than an hour and is performed in our Geneva or Elk Grove Village offices. Most patients walk immediately afterward and return home to resume their normal daily routine quickly.
Benefits Of Varithena
Varithena offers several advantages for appropriate candidates:
• Minimally invasive, no surgical incisions
• Performed in an outpatient setting
• Little to no downtime
• Effective for larger or tortuous veins
• Improvement in symptoms such as heaviness and swelling
Many patients notice symptom relief within weeks as circulation improves.
Risks And Recovery
Varithena has a strong safety profile when performed by an experienced vein specialist like Dr. Kern. Temporary side effects may include mild bruising, tenderness, or localized swelling. Rare risks can include inflammation or clot formation.
We provide detailed aftercare instructions, which often include walking daily and wearing compression stockings to support healing and circulation.
Why Choose Vein Specialists Of Geneva & Elk Grove
Our practice focuses exclusively on vein disease diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Kern brings more than 25 years of experience and has dedicated his career to advanced, minimally invasive vein therapies.
Patients choose our team because we provide:
• Specialized vein expertise
• Advanced ultrasound-guided procedures
• Personalized treatment plans
• A supportive, patient-centered environment
We combine precision, experience, and compassionate care to help patients achieve long-term relief.
Schedule Your Varithena Consultation in Geneva or Elk Grove Village
Painful or unsightly veins don’t have to be part of your story anymore. Call 224.521.4224 to schedule your consultation at Vein Specialists of Geneva & Elk Grove and find out if Varithena is right for you.