Spider veins are small purple and red  blood vessels found most commonly on the thighs or lower legs of women and men.  They are hereditary and can form anywhere on the leg, from the top of the thigh to the ankle.  Occasionally, spider veins appear on the face, chest and back.

Varicose veins are larger.  They can appear raised with a bluish color and can become quite painful.  Although spider veins and varicose veins carry blood, they are not part of the venous valve system.  Your spider veins can be reduced significantly through a simple office procedure called Sclerotherapy.   

The Sclerotherapy treatment was developed in the 1920’s.  During the procedure, a sclerosing solution is injected into the vein through a tiny needle which  causes the vein to blanch then gradually disappear.

Prior to treatment we will review your complete medical history to determine how long you have had a problem with you veins and the severity of the problem. 

Usually more than one treatment is necessary.  You will be asked to wear medical compression stockings for two weeks after your treatment.

Spider veins affect an estimated 80 percent of all women and many men.  Treatment of vascular lesions has become one of the most common cosmetic procedures.