The Fast Procedure: How It Works

A modern alternative to traditional hemorrhoid ointments or painful surgery with long recovery times that addresses moderate cases. 
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Benefits

Quick & Easy
Outpatient or clinical setting
Less than an hour
With or without anesthesia
Rapid Recovery
Minimal pain and bleeding
Same-day recovery expected
Serious issues are uncommon
Long-lasting Results
Immediate symptom relief
Treats the root problem
Low recurrence rates

Stages Treated

Hemorrhoids are classified in four stages based on severity:
Stage 1: Early or Internal
The hemorrhoid may bleed, but it stays inside the anal canal and does not protrude.
Stage 2: Mild Prolapse; Self-Retracting
The hemorrhoid may bleed, but it stays inside the anal canal and does not protrude.
Stage 3: Prolapse Requiring Manual Retraction
The hemorrhoid may bleed, but it stays inside the anal canal and does not protrude.
Stage 4: Permanently Prolapsed
The hemorrhoid may bleed, but it stays inside the anal canal and does not protrude.

The Process

The Fast Procedure is a hemorrhoid relief method that treats Stage 2 and 3 hemorrhoids without the need for invasive surgery. 

The technology behind the process — a small probe that is inserted into the anal cavity — applies controlled thermal energy to targeted areas around the hemorrhoids.

This energy remodels the tissues around the blood vessels that supply the hemorrhoids, causing them to shrink and retract back into their natural positions.

Comparing Treatment Techniques

At‑home care (fiber, sitz baths, creams, stool softeners)

What it does: Eases symptoms and helps you pass stools more comfortably

Good for: Stages 1 and 2 (or flare‑ups)

Pain & recovery: No procedure; relief can take days to weeks

Setting & anesthesia: At home; no anesthesia

Repeat treatments needed?: Ongoing lifestyle changes required; flare-ups can return

Common risks: Skin irritation from creams; constipation if fiber or water is low

Hemorrhoidectomy (excisional surgery)

What it does: Surgically removes hemorrhoids

Good for: Stages 3 and 4; when office treatments fail

Pain & recovery: Most painful option; recovery often takes 2-8 weeks; lowest recurrence

Setting & anesthesia: OR or ambulatory center; spinal or general anesthesia

Repeat treatments needed?: Usually not (most definitive)

Common risks: Pain; bleeding; urinary retention; rare anal narrowing or incontinence

Rubber Band Ligation (RBL / “banding”)

What it does: A tiny band cuts off blood flow so the hemorrhoid shrinks and falls off

Good for: Stages 1 and 2; some Stage 3

Pain & recovery: Pressure and/or cramping for 1-3 days; most people resume normal activity quickly

Setting & anesthesia: Doctor’s office; usually no anesthesia

Repeat treatments needed?: Often effective; larger or multiple hemorrhoids may need 1-3 sessions; can recur over time

Common risks: Pain; bleeding; feeling of fullness for a few days; rarely infection

The Fast Procedure

What it does: Uses controlled heat energy on tissue to shrink and retract back where it belongs — no cutting required

Good for: Stages 2 and 3

Pain & recovery: Minimal pain and same‑day recovery in most patients

Setting & anesthesia: Clinic/outpatient; with or without anesthesia; procedure takes minutes

Repeat treatments needed?: Sometimes — your surgeon will advise

Common risks: Bleeding can occur in the first week; other serious issues are uncommon in early clinical use

Take the Next Step

Ready to learn more about modern hemorrhoid treatment? Contact us to discuss whether the Fast Procedure is right for you.
For Patients: Schedule a consultation to discuss your symptoms and treatment options.
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For Healthcare Providers: Learn more about offering the Fast Procedure in your practice.
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Individual results may vary. As with any medical procedure, there are potential risks including bleeding in the first week after treatment. Serious complications have been uncommon in early clinical experience. Your doctor will discuss all risks and benefits with you.
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