Spider Vein Treatment
Spider veins can be unsightly, but they can also cause pain or swelling in your legs. Whether you want to treat pain symptoms or simply feel confident in a skirt, sclerotherapy can help.
What Is Sclerotherapy?
Spider veins form when the walls of your veins are weak and blood begins to pool inside the vein close to the skin. Sclerotherapy is a well-proven procedure that treats spider veins and smaller varicose veins by sealing off the affected vein.
Sclerotherapy is a simple procedure in which a fine needle is inserted into the affected vein. You will feel some pricks from the needle, but pain during the procedure is very mild. A session usually lasts for 30 to 45 minutes.
Our highly-trained staff will provide a thorough consultation to ensure you're a good candidate for sclerotherapy treatment.
What This Treats
- Visible spider veins on the legs
- Smaller varicose veins
- Leg pain associated with problem veins
- Swelling in the legs
- Web-like or branching surface veins
- Cosmetic concern about leg appearance
What to Expect
- A well-proven procedure for spider veins and smaller varicose veins
- Treats both the cosmetic appearance and the pain or swelling
- Sessions usually last 30 to 45 minutes
- Very mild discomfort — you will feel some pricks from the fine needle
- Return to normal everyday activities after treatment
- Thorough consultation first to confirm you are a good candidate
Benefits
Treats Symptoms, Not Just Looks
Spider veins can cause genuine pain and swelling — sclerotherapy addresses both the discomfort and the appearance.
Well-Proven Procedure
Sclerotherapy is an established treatment that works by sealing off the affected vein.
Quick Sessions
A session usually lasts 30 to 45 minutes.
Mild Discomfort
A fine needle is used and pain during the procedure is very mild.
Return to Normal Activity
After treatment you can return to your normal everyday activities, and walking regularly is encouraged.
Candidacy Assessed First
A thorough consultation confirms sclerotherapy is right for you before any treatment.
Common Questions About Spider Vein Treatment
What happens during the treatment?
Sclerotherapy is a simple procedure in which a fine needle is inserted into the affected vein. You will feel some pricks from the needle, but pain during the procedure is very mild. A sclerotherapy session usually lasts for 30 to 45 minutes.
Is there downtime?
After your treatment there may be a raised or red area at the injection site and you may experience some temporary itchiness. This typically subsides after a few hours, or in some cases a few days. You may need to wear compression stockings for a few weeks to compress the treated veins. You can return to your normal everyday activities, and walking regularly is recommended, especially in the days immediately following your procedure.
How quickly will I see results?
You will begin to notice the results of your sclerotherapy treatment gradually, anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks following the procedure. A few months may be required for larger veins.
Does it work for everyone?
A very small percentage of patients do not respond to sclerotherapy, and other treatment options may be recommended. Our highly-trained staff will provide a thorough consultation to ensure you're a good candidate.
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