Expert leg vein treatment for healthier legs.
Non-surgical treatment for varicose veins, spider veins, reticular veins and telangiectasia at our Collins Street clinic. Walk in, walk out, no hospital admission.
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Leg vein conditions we treat in Melbourne
Leg veins range from the finest red threads to large bulging vessels. Size and depth decide the treatment, which is what your consultation and ultrasound establish. Our guide to how leg veins work explains the differences.
Varicose Veins
Enlarged, twisted veins that bulge above the skin, often causing aching, swelling and heaviness. Treated non-surgically with ultrasound guided procedures.
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Spider Veins
Fine red to blue veins on the skin surface, sometimes clustered like a bruise. Mostly cosmetic, though they can ache or itch. Usually treated with surface sclerotherapy.
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Reticular Veins
Blue-green veins under the skin that often form a network, feeding directly into nearby spider veins. Usually treated first for the best results.
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Telangiectasia
The smallest spider veins, fine red lines just under the skin surface. They respond well to surface laser or VEINGOGH radiofrequency treatment.
Learn moreNot sure which you have? Read our guide to how leg veins work, or compare all six treatments.
Leg vein treatment options in Melbourne
There are four ways to close a leg vein: surgery, sclerotherapy, heat and medical glue. We do not perform surgery. Every treatment below is non-surgical and carried out in our clinic rooms.
A thin laser fibre is guided into the faulty saphenous vein under ultrasound and seals it from within. Published 12 month occlusion rates sit around 94 to 98%.
Controlled radiofrequency energy seals the vein in short segments under ultrasound guidance. Outcomes are similar to EVLA, with slightly less bruising for some patients.
A medical grade adhesive seals the saphenous vein. No heat, no anaesthetic injections along the leg, and most patients skip compression stockings entirely.
Sclerosant is injected under real time ultrasound to close deeper tributary veins and any residual reflux left after the main trunk vein has been treated.
A fine needle injects sclerosant directly into each spider vein. The vessel hardens and fades from view over four to eight weeks. No anaesthetic required.
A focused beam of light is absorbed by the blood inside the vessel, heating and sealing it through the skin. Suited to fine red spider veins and telangiectasia.
Your treatment is chosen after a consultation and ultrasound assessment, not from a list.
Six things worth knowing about leg vein treatment
A short orientation before you choose anything, so the consultation is a conversation rather than a sales pitch.
Vein conditions vary
Leg veins vary widely in colour, size and shape, from tiny spider veins through to large, prominent varicose veins. What you can see on the surface is often not the whole picture.
Clinic based care
Nearly all leg vein problems can be treated comfortably in our clinic rooms, without hospital admission and without general anaesthesia. Walk in, walk out.
Personal reasons
Patients come to us for different reasons: how their legs look, aching and heaviness that will not settle, or wanting to prevent more serious problems later on.
Doctor led treatment
Every treatment is performed by experienced medical doctors using current equipment and techniques, here in Melbourne's CBD.
Proper assessment
A medical assessment with an ultrasound scan is the only reliable way to choose the right treatment. Treating what is visible without checking what feeds it rarely lasts.
Costs and rebates
An initial consultation is $230, and most patients are $150 or less out of pocket after the Medicare rebate. It includes an examination, an ultrasound and a personalised treatment plan. See all fees.
Your leg vein treatment journey
From your first consultation through to long term care, here is exactly what to expect. No surprises and no pressure to commit before you have seen your scan.
Initial consultation
A full leg vein assessment with one of our vein doctors: medical history, physical examination and a venous ultrasound to find the cause of your symptoms.
- Discussion of symptoms and goals
- Medical history review
- Physical examination
- Duplex ultrasound
Diagnostic imaging
A detailed mapping scan of the leg's vein system, identifying exactly where reflux or faulty valves are occurring, so we treat the source rather than only what is visible.
- Duplex ultrasound mapping
- The main source vein identified
- Varicose vein severity graded
- Written scan report for your records
Treatment plan
Your doctor talks through every suitable option, with expected results, number of sessions and the exact cost of your own treatment.
- Options explained in plain language
- Expected number of sessions
- Out of pocket cost and rebate estimate
- Time to ask questions
Treatment
Your procedure is carried out in our clinic rooms by an experienced doctor, with local anaesthetic where needed. Most patients walk in and walk out the same day.
- In clinic, no hospital admission
- Local anaesthetic where required
- Most procedures under an hour
- Clear aftercare before you leave
Recovery and follow up
Most patients return to normal activities quickly. We schedule a follow up to check healing and results, and to plan further sessions if needed.
- Guidance on compression and activity
- Follow up to assess results
- Further sessions planned if required
- Direct line to your care team
Long term care
Leg vein health is ongoing. We monitor your results over time and are here if new veins develop or you would like a check up later.
- Long term results review
- Advice to reduce recurrence risk
- Ongoing access to your treating doctor
- Ultrasound review if symptoms return
Recognised by leading medical organisations
Our team brings specialist training, professional recognition and years of experience to every patient's care, treating leg veins in Melbourne since 1986.
Your questions, answered
Clear answers to help you feel informed and confident before you take the next step. If yours is not here, ask us. There is no obligation to book.
Book a consultationHow do I know if my leg veins need treatment?
If your veins ache, feel heavy or swell, or you are simply unhappy with how they look, it is worth a proper assessment. Not every case needs treating straight away, but a doctor led ultrasound is the only reliable way to know what is happening beneath the surface.
What treatment is best for my veins?
It depends on the type and size of vein. Spider veins usually respond best to surface sclerotherapy or surface laser. Varicose veins, particularly larger ones, generally need an ultrasound guided procedure such as EVLA, RFA, ultrasound guided sclerotherapy or endovenous medical glue to treat the underlying cause rather than only the visible vein.
Are leg vein treatments painful?
Most patients describe mild discomfort rather than pain. Sclerotherapy is a fine needle injection, EVLA and RFA use local anaesthetic, and medical glue needs only a single numbed entry point. Your doctor will explain what to expect for your specific procedure.
What does treatment cost?
An initial consultation is $230, and most patients are $150 or less out of pocket after the Medicare rebate. Treatment fees depend on the procedure, and Medicare rebates apply only where treatment is medically indicated rather than cosmetic. See all fees and rebates.
Can I return to my normal activities afterwards?
Yes, in most cases. Almost all our procedures are walk in, walk out with no hospital admission. Most patients are back to normal daily activities the same day or the next, with some guidance around exercise and compression depending on the procedure.
Will my veins come back after treatment?
A vein that has been properly closed does not reopen. New veins can develop over time, particularly if you are predisposed through genetics, pregnancy or your occupation, which is why we build long term follow up into your care.
Can I have vein treatment during pregnancy?
Pregnancy is a common time for veins to appear or worsen. We generally recommend waiting until after pregnancy and breastfeeding, since some veins improve on their own, and we are happy to advise on managing symptoms in the meantime.
Do I need a GP referral?
Not for a consultation. A referral is only needed if a detailed mapping scan is recommended and you want to claim the Medicare rebate on it.
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