Sclerotherapy
Do you suffer from pesky spider veins on your legs?
Sclerotherapy may be the option for you!
Sclerotherapy is a commonly used method to reduce and close varicose, reticular and spider veins.
Sclerotherapy is an injection of a medication (sclerosant) into a varicose vein or spider veins. The injection causes the vein to close and disappear.
What You Need To Know
WILL THEY COME BACK?
Sclerotherapy is an effective treatment that can permanently get rid of the spider veins. However, lifestyle factors can influence the return of the veins so maintenance treatments are recommended for best results.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS?
Most people require about 2-4 treatments for optimal results. However, we can treat the veins every 2 weeks!
Number of treatments will depend on the amount of veins you have and lifestyle factors.
WHAT CAN/ CAN'T I DO AFTER?
Following strict post-care instructions are going to be a huge factor for success of treatment.
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Post care instructions include:
-No exercise for 1 week
-Avoiding hot tub's/ sauna's/ direct sun exposure
-Wearing compression stockings
WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS?
Results are immediate! You will see an instance improvement, however, optimal results typically become visible after about 3 to 4 months, as the treated veins gradually fade and the body absorbs them.
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This also varied depending on lifestyle factors, size of veins and adherence to post care instructions.
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?
Sclerotherapy is safe & effective treatment, however there are risks and potential side effects with any treatment.
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Common effects can include:
-Bruising, swelling & tenderness
-Redness of the area
-Temporary skin discoloration
-Lumps & bumps which will resolve
THE PROCESS
All Sclerotherapy treatments require a consultation to determine if you are a good candidate.
Once "approved", your appointment will consist of a thorough assessment, cleansing and injections to the treatment area. There is minimal discomfort with this treatment & numbing is not required.
You will have cotton balls over the injection sites for the remainder of the day.
Am I a Good Candidate?
Sclerotherapy is a highly effective treatment for many people. It works by breaking down spider veins and improving the aesthetic appearance of the legs.
However, as with any treatment, there are associated risks.
We will perform a consultation for every client to determine if you are a good candidate for treatment. If you are not a candidate for treatment, you may require a more aggressive treatment by a vein specialist, which we will refer you to.
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Candidates for Sclerotherapy need to be in good overall health.
Clients that are NOT good candidates for treatment include:​​
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People with active DVT (deep or superficial vein thrombosis)
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People with blood disorders/ clotting issues
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Anyone with a vein disorder
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Pregnancy and/or breastfeeding
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Diabetes (to be discussed as not all diabetics are exempt)
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Current use of steroid medications
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History of circulatory issues
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**Consultations will be performed prior to treatment appointment**
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Get In Touch
Contact Us
Servicing Paris, Brantford, Cambridge, Hamilton, Kitchener-Waterloo, Norfolk County, Woodstock, and surrounding areas
548-885-MESH (6374)
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Flexible Hours Including Week Days, Evening & Weekend Availability