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Injection Sclerotherapy is used to treat both spider veins and certain types of varicose veins. Sclerotherapy involves the injection of a special medication into the diseased vein which causes it to close off. Here at our center in Florham Park, New Jersey, we use an FDA-approved drug called Sotradecol (sodium tetradecyl sulfate). Sotradecol is a pain free spider vein treatment unlike saline injections, which are used by many other clinics.
Most patients describe minimal itching and burning for 5-15 minutes following sclerotherapy, but you will leave the office free of discomfort. You will feel the prick of the needle being inserted into the skin. However, we use the tiniest needles possible to reduce the discomfort felt by our patients. If you are very concerned about pain, please talk to Dr. Seaver or one of the nurses. They will discuss some possible solutions.
Most people who have spider veins also have diseased underlying veins which "feed" the spider veins. Here at our center, we make every effort to treat the underlying problem, as well as providing spider vein treatment. By treating the underlying veins, the chances of recurrence are much lower.
If we are able to treat the "feeder" veins effectively, you may require only one or two treatments. However, if you have a more severe problem, such as numerous spider veins over a larger area, we may require 3-5 sessions to take care of you. These are spaced approximately 2-6 weeks apart.
You do not need to take time off from work. You may resume normal activities immediately after the treatment wearing compression hose for at least 2-7 days after the treatment.
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