When is the best time to treat varicose veins?

We explore varicose vein treatments and the best time of year to have them performed. Winter Varicose Vein Treatment Winter is a time when it’s normal to cover our least favourite body parts without anyone wondering why. But, at The Private Clinic, we don’t believe this is how you should feel. Confidence and making you… Continue reading When is the best time to treat varicose veins?

Sclerotherapy or Laser Treatment: Which is better for Varicose Veins?

Greater advances in medical technology mean there is now a wealth of non-surgical treatments to choose from when it comes to treating Varicose Veins. With risks of scarring and recovery times lessened, it can feel the worst part about all of them is deciding which one is right for you. At The Private Clinic we provide… Continue reading Sclerotherapy or Laser Treatment: Which is better for Varicose Veins?

Are your veins healthy? The Varicose Veins MOT

We’re slaves to getting our cars checked in annual MOTs, but how often do we take the time to check our own health? Probably not often enough. It’s estimated that nearly 3 in 10 of us will suffer from varicose veins at some point in our lives, with even more being plagued by smaller spider… Continue reading Are your veins healthy? The Varicose Veins MOT

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

Varicose Vein Treatments: the difference between EVLA and EVLT®

You may well come across clinic websites offering EVLA and EVLT and it can be confusing as EVLT is the original EVLA treatment and now one of many EVLA treatments. Still confused? Don’t worry we’ll explain it all for you below. EVLA vs EVLT (ELT)? EVLA stands for Endovenous Laser Ablation. It is any varicose… Continue reading Varicose Vein Treatments: the difference between EVLA and EVLT®

What Laser Treatments Are Available?

There are lots of laser skin treatments out there, including treatments that aren’t even technically laser treatments but can be accidentally referred to as laser treatments. If you’re confused, here is a list of Laser Skin Cosmetic Treatments that The Private Clinic offer to help you get your head around what is out there. Many of… Continue reading What Laser Treatments Are Available?