Sclerotherapy is a procedure that is used to remove or improve spider veins and varicose veins that often occur in the legs. The procedure can improve cosmetic appearance and reduce symptoms such as burning and pain.
Sclerotherapy involves the injection of a salt solution into the offending veins using a very fine needle. There is mild, short-lived discomfort associated with the procedure. The appointment generally takes less than 30 minutes depending on the number of veins injected.
90% of patients improve with sclerotherapy especially if the first session is followed by a second session separated by several weeks.