One of the benefits of radiofrequency ablation vein treatment is that you can quickly get back to most of your normal activities. You can begin walking as soon as the day of your treatment and should do so to support good circulation out of your legs. You can expect to begin noticing an improvement in the appearance of the vein in one to two weeks of your procedure, and should experience minimal bruising and swelling following treatment To prevent these side effects, you should keep your physical activity to a low level, no strenuous exercise, for a couple of weeks.