Comfortable, healthy legs without vein surgery.
Dr. Menon's specialized vascular practice in Millburn, NJ offers endovenous laser ablation therapy (EVLT) for patients with large varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency. This laser vein treatment precisely targets problematic veins from the inside, with minimal discomfort and rapid recovery compared to traditional vein stripping surgery.
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Dr. Aditi Menon, MDPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Dr. Sujoy Menon, MDInterventional RadiologyFaulty valves in the leg veins can cause blood to pool (reflux), leading to pain and visible varicose veins. Endovenous laser ablation treats the source of the problem, the refluxing vein, so symptoms improve and appearance follows.
When vein valves fail, pressure builds and tissues become congested. Endovenous laser ablation seals the diseased vein so healthy veins can restore normal flow. Common signs you may benefit include:
Bulging, twisted surface veins are often fed by a deeper refluxing vein (commonly the great or small saphenous). Varicose vein laser treatment closes that source. Typical findings:
Chronic venous pressure can damage skin and soft tissue. Treating reflux helps protect leg health. Red flags to address:
Endovenous laser ablation (EVLT), also called EVLA, is a minimally invasive, ultrasound-guided procedure that closes diseased leg veins from the inside using controlled laser energy. By sealing the refluxing vein, blood flow is rerouted to healthy veins, relieving symptoms, improving circulation, and enhancing leg appearance with minimal downtime.
We map the refluxing veins and measure severity to confirm venous insufficiency and ensure endovenous laser ablation is the right treatment for your condition.
A tiny entry site is made and a laser fiber is advanced to the starting point inside the vein. Dilute local anesthetic (tumescent) cushions the vein and keeps the procedure comfortable.
During this laser vein treatment, controlled laser energy gently seals the vein as the fiber is withdrawn under continuous ultrasound guidance.
Precise, image-guided vein care from board-certified physicians, focused on treating the source of your symptoms.
Book a 10-minute phone call. Tell Dr. Menon what is going on and get an honest answer on whether an in-person visit can help, no commitment.
A streamlined process designed for your comfort and convenience.
We review your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle. A vein ultrasound is scheduled or performed to confirm venous reflux and map treatment.
Using duplex imaging, we locate the diseased vein, measure reflux severity, and plan the entry point for the laser fiber.
Your leg is cleaned and prepped. Local/tumescent anesthesia is applied around the vein to numb the area, protect surrounding tissue, and enhance safety.
A thin fiber is guided into the vein under ultrasound. Controlled laser energy gently seals the vein as the fiber is withdrawn, closing it permanently.
You can walk immediately after the procedure. We'll provide instructions for wearing compression stockings, activity guidelines, and follow-up appointments.
Ultrasound-guided laser energy targets and seals diseased veins with high accuracy, ensuring effective treatment of venous reflux.
Tiny entry site, no general anesthesia, and reduced recovery time compared to vein surgery.
Most laser ablation sessions take 30 to 45 minutes with no hospital stay required. Walk in and walk out the same day.
The treated vein is sealed closed and reabsorbed by the body over time. Most stay closed long term. Additional treatments can address remaining branch veins if needed.
Once the refluxing vein is closed, bulging varicose veins soften and fade over time, restoring smoother, healthier-looking legs.
Helps reduce leg aching, heaviness, swelling, and night cramps by improving blood flow and reducing venous pressure.
A pain physician and an interventional radiologist, in one office.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, trained at SUNY Downstate and NewYork-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell. She specializes in musculoskeletal pain, sports medicine, and regenerative treatments, from ultrasound-guided injections to electrodiagnostic (EMG) testing.
Interventional Radiology
Board-certified Interventional Radiologist, trained at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson and Beth Israel - Mount Sinai. He specializes in image-guided joint treatments and complex spinal and vascular interventions, and is affiliated with multiple NJ hospitals.
5.0 Rated 5.0 out of 5 on GoogleI was suffering from neck, back and arm/elbow pain for four months, had seen two doctors and had been urged to have back surgery when I went to Dr. Menon. She rejected the idea of surgery, and with vitamins, all-natural injections, an excellent physical therapist recommended by her, and acupuncture, also recommended by her, my pain was gone by the end of two months.
The cost of endovenous laser ablation depends on your specific insurance plan and whether an ultrasound confirms the venous reflux that makes treatment medically necessary. Medicare is accepted directly. For all other insurers, our team verifies your benefits for free before your visit, so your real out-of-pocket number is clear from the start.
For patients paying without insurance, we offer flexible payment options and walk you through every figure honestly. The easiest way to get a straight answer is to request a 10-minute call or let us verify your benefits, so you know exactly where you stand before you commit.
Still unsure? Call us and a person will answer.
Endovenous laser ablation (EVLT), also called EVLA or varicose vein laser treatment, is a minimally invasive, ultrasound-guided laser vein treatment for varicose veins and venous insufficiency. A thin laser fiber is placed inside the diseased vein and gentle laser energy seals it closed, so blood reroutes to healthy veins and symptoms improve.
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