UGFS Information
Pre- and Post-Procedure Details
Foam Sclerotherapy Preparation Instructions
To prepare for your foam sclerotherapy (UGFS) session:
- Arrive 10 minutes before appointment time.
- Procedure duration: Approx 30 minutes.
- No driver required after the procedure.
- Take regular medications unless instructed otherwise.
- Eat and drink normally; avoid alcohol and caffeine from the evening before.
- Shower as usual but do not use creams or lotions on legs the day of procedure.
- Compression stockings will be ordered at least 2 weeks before the date of your procedure.
- Wear loose-fitting clothing for your trip home.
- Have over-the-counter anti-inflammatories ready:
- Naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn) or Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- Avoid long-distance travel (air/car) for ~2 weeks after procedure.
- Avoid sun exposure to treated area for 2 weeks; apply sunscreen after that period.
- Avoid swimming or hot tubs for about 1 week.
- Payment due on procedure day: VISA/MasterCard, debit, cash, e-transfer accepted.
- One week’s notice required for cancellations.
- Follow-up will be determined by the surgeon based on veins treated.
Post-Operative Care: Foam Sclerotherapy
Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy (UGFS) is a non-surgical procedure that uses a special foam to close off problematic veins. It’s often used for smaller varicose veins or residual veins following EVLT or phlebectomy.
Key Aftercare Guidelines:
Post-Procedure Care Summary
First 48 Hours
- Keep custom-fitted compression stocking on for 48 hours.
- Walk frequently (~30 min/day) to promote healing.
- Resume normal activities but avoid heavy lifting, running, or extreme activity for 1 week.
- No swimming or hot tubs for about 1 week.
- Avoid sun exposure/tanning to treated area for 2 weeks; use sunscreen liberally afterward.
- Take anti-inflammatories for pain/discomfort:
- Naproxen (220 mg twice daily) OR Ibuprofen (200–400 mg three or four times daily) for up to 7–10 days.
- Tylenol may be added if needed.
- Bruising is common—use ice packs as needed.
After 48 Hours
- Remove stocking; wear daily for 1–2 weeks during waking hours. Continue longer if it improves comfort.
- Wash and dry stockings regularly.
- Bruising, discoloration, and a hard, ropy, or lumpy feeling in treated veins are normal.
- Use warm compresses and continue anti-inflammatories.
- If skin becomes red or hot despite medication, contact the clinic or email a photo to info@stratfordveinclinic.com.
Important Notes
- Always bring compression stockings to follow-up appointments.
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Stratford Vein Clinic serves patients from across Southwestern Ontario. Our team of medical professionals provide varicose vein treatments including EVLT, Ultrasound-Guided Foam Sclerotherapy, Microphlebectomy, and Vein Stripping.
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