Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive medical treatment used to get rid of spider veins and small varicose veins—most commonly on the legs.
Here’s the quick, clear breakdown:
What it is:
A doctor injects a solution (called a sclerosant) directly into the vein. The solution irritates the vein lining, causing it to collapse, seal shut, and eventually be absorbed by the body.
What it treats:
- Spider veins
- Small-to-medium varicose veins
- Sometimes used for certain vascular malformations
What the procedure is like:
- In-office treatment
- Takes ~15–45 minutes
- Very fine needles (no anesthesia usually needed)
- Mild burning or cramping sensation during injections
Recovery & results:
- You can usually walk immediately after
- Compression stockings are worn for several days to weeks
- Results appear over 3–6 weeks (sometimes longer for larger veins)
- Multiple sessions may be needed
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive medical treatment used to get rid of spider veins and small varicose veins—most commonly on the legs.
Here’s the quick, clear breakdown:
What it is:
A doctor injects a solution (called a sclerosant) directly into the vein. The solution irritates the vein lining, causing it to collapse, seal shut, and eventually be absorbed by the body.
What it treats:
- Spider veins
- Small-to-medium varicose veins
- Sometimes used for certain vascular malformations
What the procedure is like:
- In-office treatment
- Takes ~15–45 minutes
- Very fine needles (no anesthesia usually needed)
- Mild burning or cramping sensation during injections
Recovery & results:
- You can usually walk immediately after
- Compression stockings are worn for several days to weeks
- Results appear over 3–6 weeks (sometimes longer for larger veins)
- Multiple sessions may be needed
Call 1-858-657-1004 to see if you qualify!

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