What is the best treatment for spider veins?

Most people don’t like the look of spider veins on their bodies.

While they are usually harmless and typically don’t cause symptoms, these damaged blood vessels are normally red, blue or purple and can be prominent given they lie just beneath the surface of the skin.

They get their name because they can look like spider webs, or tree branches in some cases.

The unsightly nature of spider veins leads many people to seek treatment for them.

But what are the best treatment options?

Let us take a look.

Treatments for spider veins

You may be able to prevent spider veins getting worse by maintaining a healthy weight and getting regular exercise.

However, to rid yourself of them, medical intervention is required.

To treat spider veins we have one main treatment:

Sclerotherapy (Injection Treatment)

Also known as Injection Treatment, sclerotherapy is the most common and effective treatment for the removal of spider veins.

It involves injecting a solution into the unwanted veins, with the aim of obliterating them.

This is a fairly quick and easy treatment and you can drive yourself home and resume most regular activities right away.

Some minor bruising, inflammation and swelling can occur after treatment, but will normally go away within a couple of weeks.

Sclerotherapy can also used in conjunction with laser therapy when people are treating larger varicosed veins.

How do I know if sclerotherapy is suitable for me?

The best way to find out which treatment is best for you is to book an initial consultation with Laser Vein Co.

Headed by Dr Peter Y Milne – who has more than 30 years of experience in the field – we will assess your individual situation and provide advice on the best course of treatment, along with answering any questions you might have.

Seek a referral from your doctor and then give us a call to book an appointment with a leading provider of spider vein treatment in Victoria.