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 | Jun 26, 2026 | Guides
A significant study published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery: Venous and Lymphatic Disorders adds to the growing body of evidence supporting ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy (UGFS) as an effective, safe, and durable treatment for varicose veins. I find this... 
by Jamie Barwell | May 26, 2026 | Guides
Patients considering foam sclerotherapy for their varicose veins quite reasonably want to know whether the treatment is safe. In consultations with my patients, some express concern that injecting a chemical into a vein sounds rather alarming, particularly if they...