Are you contemplating sclerotherapy for varicose veins? Here are some valuable tips to help you prepare for your treatment and achieve the safest and most desirable results.
Sclerotherapy is recognized as the gold standard for treating varicose and spider veins. Unlike traditional surgeries, which are more invasive and involve longer recovery times with lower success rates, sclerotherapy and echosclerotherapy offer numerous benefits, including:
- High success rate
- Minimally invasive procedures that require no hospitalization or general anesthesia
- Minimal risks and temporary side effects that typically resolve within days or weeks
- Simple preparation process
- Reports of little pain or discomfort
- Treatments lasting less than an hour
- The ability to resume daily activities (apart from strenuous activities) the same day
How to Prepare for Sclerotherapy Treatment
When it comes to eliminating spider veins and small varicose veins, sclerotherapy is the treatment of choice. Understanding what to expect and any specific preparation instructions can help alleviate stress on the day of your appointment and support your healing process.
What Happens During a Sclerotherapy Treatment?
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive procedure designed to treat spider veins and small varicose veins. A very fine needle is used to inject a solution into the affected veins, causing them to shrink, close, and eventually disappear.
Benefits: Patients often experience improvement in the outward appearance and symptoms of varicose and spider veins, such as swelling and pain, typically after just one treatment.
Duration: A sclerotherapy session generally takes less than an hour, with most patients reporting minimal discomfort during the procedure.
What to Do Before Your Sclerotherapy Treatment
- Shower: Wash your legs with antibacterial soap on the morning of your procedure.
- Dress Comfortably: Wear loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes.
- Medication Review: Discuss any medications you are taking with your physician, especially estrogen or birth control pills.
- Compression Stockings: Bring your compression stockings if you have them; if not, you will need to purchase a pair for post-treatment use.
- Avoid Lotions: Do not apply lotion to your legs or shave them before your treatment.
- Blood Thinners: If you take aspirin or other blood thinners, consult your doctor about whether to discontinue use before your procedure.
- Lifestyle Adjustments: Refrain from drinking alcohol or smoking for at least two days prior to your appointment, as this may impede healing.
- Medical History: Inform your doctor about any medical conditions, including a history of vein problems or pregnancy. It is recommended that pregnant women wait several months after giving birth before undergoing this treatment.
- Previous Treatments: Notify your doctor if you have previously received treatment for spider or varicose veins.
- Avoid Heat: Steer clear of hot baths, direct sunlight, whirlpools, saunas, and hot compresses for at least 48 hours post-treatment.
Book Your Sclerotherapy Appointment Today
Sclerotherapy is one of the most trusted and popular treatments for spider veins and small varicose veins. If you are struggling with the appearance and symptoms of these veins, sclerotherapy may be the right solution for you.
If you have questions about the costs and benefits of sclerotherapy or echosclerotherapy, book a consultation with one of our experts.
