Spider veins are tiny branched red to purple veins which usually occur on the legs.

• How are they treated? Sclerotherapy is the injection of a substance to scar the inside of the blood vessel. The vessels collapse and fade from view.
• Does it hurt?  Mild discomfort is associated with spider vein destruction. It is not severe or persistent enough to require anesthesia. For best results, it is strongly recommended that after leg vein treatment the patient not work for the rest of the day and wear support stockings for the next 24 to 36 hours.
• What are the risks?  Results may not meet the patient’s expectations. 100% clearance is difficult and most patients require 3 or more sessions for maximal results. Rare side effects are a small ulceration at the site of injection.
• How much does it cost? For each session, the patient pays per area injected or for a prolonged session doing both legs. This is not covered by insurance plans.