Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy - thread vein reduction

Sclerotherapy reduces the appearance of thread veins on the legs only. Using a syringe with a tiny needle, a small amount of concentrated detergent solution is injected directly into the thread vein. The solution displaces the blood within the vein, making it blanch or turn white. The solution then causes the vessel to close, preventing the blood from re-entering the vein.

The veins will gradually fade and within two to eight weeks following treatment some will completely disappear. A maximum of four treatment sessions are needed to achieve optimum results.

Following each treatment you will be required to wear support tights supplied by the clinic, for approximately three days. For the first 48 hours after treatment it is best to avoid strenuous exercise, hot baths or saunas.

The cost of Sclerotherapy is £500 for 3 treatments with 4-12 weeks in between each treatment.