by Jamie Barwell | Sep 10, 2026 | Advice
I often speak with patients who feel self-conscious about the fine red, blue, or purple veins that have appeared on their legs, and who simply want to know how to get rid of them safely and reliably. The good news is that thread veins are very treatable, and most... 
by Jamie Barwell | Aug 10, 2026 | Advice
In consultations with patients, a question I am asked as often as “will it work?” is “how long will I be out of action for?” The reassuring answer is that recovery from foam sclerotherapy is quicker and gentler than most people expect. Here is what actually happens,... 
by Jamie Barwell | Jul 27, 2026 | Advice
A recent article in The Telegraph made me think about how often the summer months bring patients through our doors with aching, heavy legs and puffy ankles. The piece by vascular surgeon Emma Wilton is a helpful reminder that these seemingly minor complaints are worth... 
by Jamie Barwell | Apr 29, 2026 | Advice
Many patients weighing up varicose vein treatment find themselves comparing two very different options: pursuing treatment on the NHS or going privately. I am sometimes asked in consultations about the benefits of private treatment over the NHS route, and it is an... 
by Jamie Barwell | Apr 14, 2026 | Advice
In consultations with patients about their varicose veins, I am often asked: “Is the treatment painful?” It is a very reasonable concern. Many patients put off seeking help for months, or even years, because they imagine treatment will be unpleasant, invasive, or...