Sclerotherapy is a widely used, non-surgical procedure that eliminates spider and varicose veins. Often used as an alternative to surgery, sclerotherapy can reduce or eliminate spider and varicose veins in one to six treatments, depending on the extent of the problem and patient compliance following the procedure.
During the procedure, using an ultra-fine needle, your dermatologist will inject a solution directly into the targeted vein. As the solution is being injected, you may experience mild discomfort and cramping for a few minutes. The procedure usually takes between 15-30 minutes. Most patients can resume normal daily activities immediately following the procedure.