Injection sclerotherapy is a simple procedure in which a sclerosing agent, Polidocanol, is injected into the vein causing an irritation, and the vein scars shut. These injections are virtually painless.  The blood is diverted to the other miles of veins in the legs.  It is imperative to follow wearing compression stockings for 2-3 weeks.

The only restrictions are that we ask that you don’t lift more than 10 pounds, you don’t soak in a hot tub, and you avoid high-impact aerobics, all at least for the first week.

The number of treatments you will need depends on the severity of the veins.  If you are prone to varicose and spider veins, you will likely develop more with time, and additional treatments may be necessary.