LEG VEIN THERAPY

A sclerosing agent is injected into the vein 5 to 40 times per treatment. After therapy, the patient wears compression hosiery for at least a week. Bruising may occur but pain is minimal.

A laser can also be used for less severe or follow up treatments. Light energy is delivered through a special laser hand piece to the targeted vein in a series of brief pulses. The light energy is absorbed by the vein but not the surrounding tissue. The blood vessel coagulates and is absorbed by the body, eliminating the visible vein.