Sclerotherapy Edmonton South

Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to treat spider veins and small varicose veins. A sclerosing solution is injected directly into the affected veins, causing them to collapse, seal shut and gradually be reabsorbed by the body over the following weeks. The treatment is most commonly performed on the legs and can address both cosmetic concerns and symptoms such as aching or heaviness.

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Because every patient's vein condition, goals and medical history are different, sclerotherapy at our South Edmonton clinic always begins with a personalized consultation with a physician or healthcare professional. Together, you will assess whether sclerotherapy is the most appropriate option for your situation and discuss what a realistic treatment plan could look like, the expected results and the possible side effects, which will be reviewed in detail during your consultation. Learn more about sclerotherapy in Edmonton and book your personalized consultation with our team.

What to Expect During Your Session

Step 1

Personalized assessment

During your consultation, your veins are carefully assessed to determine the source of your spider or varicose veins. A thorough evaluation helps identify the factors contributing to your condition and allows for the development of a safe, accurate, and effective treatment plan for lasting results. As with any medical consultation, current fees apply.

Step 2

Pre-treatment photos

Before and after photos are an important step in the treatment process, as it allows for visualization of the evolution of your results over time.

Step 3

Sclerotherapy treatment

Lasting approximately 30 minutes, sclerotherapy may cause a mild stinging sensation or a feeling of warmth during the injections. These sensations are temporary and typically resolve quickly after the procedure. Because the treatment involves injecting the targeted veins, some bruising is expected and generally fades over the following weeks. To support optimal healing, compression stockings should be worn for approximately 1 to 2 weeks after treatment, as recommended by your healthcare provider. During this time, unprotected sun exposure to the treated area should be avoided until any bruising has resolved.

Follow-Up & Maintenance

At your initial consultation, the physician will determine how many treatments are required per leg. The number of sclerotherapy sessions depends on the extent of the vein disease, and the amount of medication that can be administered safely during each visit. Closure of the treated veins may be visible within several days, while the veins themselves typically fade over the following weeks to several months. Compression stockings should be worn for approximately two weeks after each treatment to promote healthy circulation and support optimal healing. Patients can return to most usual activities following treatment.

Contraindications

Sclerotherapy is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women as well as a known allergy to the sclerotic agent used. Special consideration is required in people with medical conditions that make them more vulnerable such as hypercoagulability (blood clotting), a history of a deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.