Expert Varicose Vein Treatment
Relief from Leg Pain, Swelling, and Discomfort
RCMC’s General Surgery physicians now offer minimally invasive varicose vein treatment—a safe, effective solution to restore your comfort and confidence.
📍 No referral needed | 💼 Most insurances accepted | ⏱ Quick recovery
What Are Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that occur when the valves in your leg veins weaken or fail. This allows blood to pool in the legs, leading to visible bulging veins and symptoms like leg pain, heaviness, swelling, and fatigue.
This is more than a cosmetic concern—it’s a medical condition that can progress into chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) if left untreated.
Expert Varicose Vein Treatment
Relief from Leg Pain, Swelling, and Discomfort
RCMC’s General Surgery physicians now offer minimally invasive varicose vein treatment—a safe, effective solution to restore your comfort and confidence.
📍 No referral needed | 💼 Most insurances accepted | ⏱ Quick recovery
What Are Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that occur when the valves in your leg veins weaken or fail. This allows blood to pool in the legs, leading to visible bulging veins and symptoms like leg pain, heaviness, swelling, and fatigue.
This is more than a cosmetic concern—it’s a medical condition that can progress into chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) if left untreated.
Signs You May Have Varicose Veins
- Aching, throbbing, or heavy legs
- Swelling in the lower legs or ankles
- Bulging, rope-like veins
- Discolored or hardened skin near the ankle
- Restless legs or cramping, especially at night
- Visible spider veins
Why Treat Varicose Veins?
- Circulation
- Daily comfort
- Cosmetic appearance
- Your ability to stay active
Treatment That Works
At Rapid City Medical Center, our General Surgery team offers two trusted, minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins: ClosureFast™ and VenaSeal™.
ClosureFast™
ClosureFast™ uses radiofrequency ablation to deliver gentle, uniform heat inside the diseased vein, causing it to close. Blood is naturally rerouted to healthy veins. Benefits of ClosureFast™:
- 45–60 minute outpatient procedure
- Performed with local anesthesia
- Covered by most insurance plans
- Quick recovery—most resume normal activity in days
- Clinically proven: 94.9% success rate at 5 years
- Less pain and bruising compared to laser treatments
VenaSeal™
VenaSeal™ uses a specially formulated medical adhesive to seal the faulty vein—no heat, no tumescent anesthesia, and minimal post-procedure compression. Benefits of VenaSeal™:
- No need for multiple injections or heat
- Immediate vein closure
- Little to no bruising or swelling
- Fast return to normal activities
- Ideal for patients who prefer a no-heat, no-scar solution
Why Choose Rapid City Medical Center?
We’re not a corporate chain—we’re a physician-owned practice rooted right here in the Black Hills. At Rapid City Medical Center, you’re more than a case number. You’re a neighbor, and we treat you like one.
When you choose RCMC’s General Surgery team for varicose vein treatment, you won’t be handed off from provider to provider. From your very first appointment through your last follow-up, you’ll work directly with one of our experienced surgeons. This means more consistent care, a better understanding of your unique needs, and a relationship built on trust.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Board-certified General Surgery physicians
- In-house vascular screenings and diagnostics
- No referral required
- Personalized, surgeon-led treatment plans
- A long-term commitment to your health and well-being
- Continuity of care—see the same trusted surgeon every step of the way
Ready to Feel the Difference?
Leg pain and swelling aren’t something you have to live with. Let our General Surgery team help you take the first step toward comfort, confidence, and better vascular health.
🩺 No referral needed
🏥 Local, trusted care from physicians who live right here in Rapid City
FAQs
Yes. Most patients experience significant relief within 1–2 weeks after treatment.
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and causes minimal discomfort. Recovery is usually smooth and quick.
The veins used for bypass are typically deeper veins—not the ones treated during this procedure.
Not directly. ClosureFast™ and VenaSeal™ treat larger varicose veins that cause symptoms and circulation issues. Spider veins, which are smaller and more superficial, are usually treated with sclerotherapy after your main vein is closed.
Several factors contribute to varicose veins, including age, genetics, pregnancy, prolonged standing or sitting, obesity, and lack of physical activity. Women are also more likely to develop them due to hormonal changes.
Yes. Both ClosureFast™ and VenaSeal™ are covered by most insurance plans when medically necessary. Our team will verify your benefits and help guide you through the approval process.
Yes. Treated veins collapse and are naturally absorbed by your body, improving both symptoms and appearance.
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Additional Procedures & Treatments
- Inguinal and Abdominal Wall Hernias
- Gallbladder Disease
- Hiatal Hernia & Acid Reflux Surgery
- Bowel Obstruction
- Lipoma, Mass and Cyst Removal
- Vasectomies
- High-Risk Breast Cancer Monitoring
- Breast Mass Evaluation
- Breast Cancer Surgery
- Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery
- Adrenal Gland Surgery
- Colon Cancer Treatment
- Hemorrhoid Removal
- Abscess & Fistula Repair
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