Are spider veins or varicose veins making you self-conscious or uncomfortable? Sclerotherapy is a targeted vein treatment that closes damaged veins, improving appearance and circulation. At Arête Health Group, our providers personalize care to help you feel confident again and relieve symptoms such as aching, swelling, and heaviness in your legs.
Eliminate Visible Spider and
Varicose Veins
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment used to address spider veins and small varicose veins. It involves injecting a specialized solution directly into the affected vein, causing it to collapse and gradually fade from view. Over time, your body naturally redirects blood flow to healthier veins. At Arête Health Group, our providers use this precise approach to improve both the appearance of your legs and symptoms like discomfort, swelling, and heaviness.
Sclerotherapy Treats:
- Spider veins (telangiectasias)
- Small to medium varicose veins
- Leg aching and discomfort from vein issues
- Swelling in the lower legs and ankles
- Heaviness or fatigue in the legs
- Burning or throbbing sensations in affected veins
- Itching around visible veins
- Mild venous insufficiency-related symptoms
How Sclerotherapy Works
Sclerotherapy works by injecting a medical solution directly into a damaged vein, irritating its inner lining. This irritation causes the vein walls to swell, stick together, and seal shut. Once closed, blood can no longer flow through the treated vein and is naturally redirected to healthier veins nearby. Over time, your body breaks down and absorbs the collapsed vein, causing it to fade from view. This process not only improves the appearance of your legs but also reduces symptoms like aching, swelling, and heaviness.
Treat Deeper Veins With Ultrasound-
Guided Foam Sclerotherapy
Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy is used for larger or deeper varicose veins that aren’t easily visible on the surface. Using real-time ultrasound imaging, your provider guides a needle into the affected vein. A medicated foam is injected, which spreads more effectively than a liquid to coat the vein’s inner lining. This causes the vein to collapse and seal shut, redirecting blood flow to healthier veins. Over time, your body absorbs the treated vein. This is ideal for venous reflux, deeper varicose veins, and persistent leg symptoms.
Benefits of Sclerotherapy:
- Minimally invasive, in-office procedure
- Little to no downtime after treatment
- Effectively treats spider and small varicose veins
- Improves the appearance of your legs
- Helps relieve symptoms like aching, swelling, and heaviness
- No anesthesia required in most cases
- Quick treatment sessions, often under 30 minutes
- Gradual, natural-looking results as veins fade over time
- Can be combined with other vein treatments when needed
FAQs
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
The number of sessions depends on the size, number, and location of your veins. Some people see improvement after one visit, while others benefit from a series of treatments to achieve optimal results. Your provider will create a plan tailored specifically to you.
How Soon Will I See Results?
Smaller spider veins may begin to fade within a few weeks, while larger veins can take several months to improve. Your body needs time to naturally absorb the treated veins.
Is There Any Downtime After Treatment?
There is little to no downtime. Most people return to their normal daily activities right away. However, you may be advised to avoid strenuous exercise, prolonged standing, or sun exposure for a short period.
Do I Need to Wear Compression Stockings?
Yes, compression stockings are often recommended after treatment. They support circulation, reduce swelling, and improve your overall results by helping the treated veins stay closed.
Are the Results Permanent?
The treated veins are permanently closed and will not return. However, new veins can develop over time, especially if you have underlying vein conditions. Maintenance treatments may be recommended to keep your legs looking and feeling their best.
Schedule Your Consultation
When’s the last time you felt confident in your legs and truly cared for by your provider? At Arête Health Group in Paramus, we take the time to get to know you. Serving Paramus, Fords, and Clifton, our team delivers personalized vein care tailored to you. If you’re ready to improve both comfort and appearance, schedule your sclerotherapy consultation today.
