Spider vein treatment
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is an established medical procedure designed to collapse unwanted veins. During the treatment, your physician uses a fine needle to inject a specialized medicinal solution, known as a sclerosant, directly into the targeted vein.
How sclerotherapy works
The process is simple:
- Step 01
Irritation & closure
The solution gently irritates the lining of the blood vessel.
- Step 02
Sealing
This causes the vein walls to stick together and eventually seal shut.
- Step 03
Rerouting
Your body naturally redirects blood flow to healthier, deeper veins, rather than through the treated vein.
- Step 04
Fading
Over the following weeks, the treated vein turns into natural scar tissue and is absorbed by the body, causing it to fade from view.
Is sclerotherapy right for you?
Your physician will recommend a treatment based on your ultrasound and evaluation.
Good fit
- In-office convenienceNo hospital stays or surgical prep.
- Gradual resultsFading usually becomes noticeable over the following weeks.
- Dual purposeIt addresses both the cosmetic appearance of spider veins and the physical discomfort (aching/heaviness) of smaller varicose veins.
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- Multiple sessionsDepending on the extent of your spider veins, more than one session may be needed.
- Very large veinsFor very large, bulging varicose veins, your physician may recommend another treatment, such as radiofrequency ablation or laser ablation, alone or with sclerotherapy.
What to expect during your treatment
We prioritize your comfort at every step. Session length depends on the number of veins being treated.
- Minimal discomfort
- Most patients describe the sensation as a tiny pinch. You may feel a brief warming or “tingling” sensation as the solution works.
- Minimal downtime
- Because there is no anesthesia or surgery, most people return to their daily routine soon after leaving our office.
- Post-care
- Medical-grade compression stockings may be recommended after the procedure. How long to wear them: details confirmed at your consultation.
Questions, answered.
- Spider veins usually fade gradually over several weeks; larger veins can take longer. Individual results vary, and your physician will explain what to expect.
- Walking is encouraged after the procedure. Heavy weightlifting and high-impact workouts may need to wait for a short period; details confirmed at your consultation.
- Yes, the specific veins treated with sclerotherapy are closed and absorbed. While the treatment doesn’t prevent new veins from forming in the future, it treats the ones currently bothering you.
Spider veins usually fade gradually over several weeks; larger veins can take longer. Individual results vary, and your physician will explain what to expect.
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Schedule a comprehensive evaluation at our Santa Ana clinic. Every plan starts with an ultrasound.
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