Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is a safe, effective method for treating small varicose and spider veins. A concentrated saline solution is injected into the vein with a very small needle, causing it to collapse or close up and become scar tissue. In time, your body will absorb the scar tissue, and your other veins take over for the lost vein.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How quickly does Sclerotherapy take effect? The treated areas generally disappear over a period of three months.

• How do I prepare for the treatment? Do not take aspirin, Motrin, or Advil for one week before the procedure, unless you are taking any of these medications on the advice of a doctor.

• Will I need more than one treatment? Generally, each vein needs one to three injections for effective results. You should allow 8 to 12 weeks between sessions.

• Is the procedure painful? Will I need anesthesia? For most people, the procedure causes very minimal discomfort. No anesthesia is used in sclerothrapy treatment.

• Who should not have sclerotherapy injections? Patients on anticoagulant therapy should not have sclerotherapy.

• What do I do after the treatment? You will need to walk for 20 minutes on the day of the treatment, then avoid strenuous activity. You will need to wear compression bandages or support hose for one week after a treatment session.