Sclerotherapy For Visible Veins

If you are doubting about wearing that dress you like so much because you are not happy with the appearance of your legs due to visible veins, you should treat them as soon as possible. Varicose veins can produce insecurity with your body, and symptoms such as pain, swelling, or itching in the affected area. Besides, if you don’t consider them as a problem, they can turn into a complication or a more serious health problem. However, at Gearity Wellness, we understand how those small details can impact your physical and emotional well-being. That’s why we offer sclerotherapy, a safe and effective treatment that is also minimally invasive, to help you regain the look of your skin and feel better every day.

What is Sclerotherapy? 

Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure used to treat visible veins, such as spider veins and varicose veins. This treatment consists of injecting a sclerosant solution directly into the affected vein, which causes your body to reabsorb it. In a few days, the treated vein disappears, leading to a lighter and uniform skin. The therapy is a well-validated method and widely used in vascular health. 

How Is the Procedure Done?

The treatment is done in the office, without anesthesia. The professional uses a very fine needle; after this, the solution is injected into the visible veins. Each session lasts 30 minutes, and in most cases, patients can restart their daily activities the same day. 

After the procedure is common for your doctor to recommend the use of compression socks for a few days to ensure better and durable results. It is also advised to avoid sun exposure in the treated zone to favor a better recovery. Usually, the results are visible in a couple of weeks, but in some cases, the veins can require additional sessions. 

Are You a Candidate for Sclerotherapy? 

Sclerotherapy is recommended for patients who present with visible vascular spider or small varicose veins, but you have to discard the process if you are: 

• Pregnant
• Presenting thrombosis background or active deep vein thrombosis
• Breastfeeding 
• Unable to get out of bed due to pain 

The key here is to have a previous evaluation to ensure that the treatment suits your condition without any risk.

What Are The Benefits of Sclerotherapy? 

Is Sclerotherapy Painful? 

It is a common question to ask, because most of the patients can be experiencing pain and think that an injection in the sensitive zone can be uncomfortable. The truth is that, by being a minimally invasive procedure, our patients experience a mild prick or a momentary burning. Besides, it doesn’t require anesthesia, and the secondary effects usually are not a big trouble.

Ready to take the step to healthier legs? At Gearity Wellness, we are committed to providing you with effective solutions with the professionalism you deserve. Schedule your consultation today and discover if sclerotherapy is the right treatment for you.