Microsclerotherapy
Smaller than varicose veins, spider or thread veins refer to damaged veins or burst blood vessels that may appear on your legs. Whilst they might appear at any age, they are a common – albeit typically painless – affliction amongst women over the age of 60. Yet, despite being benign and causing no discomfort, some people might wish to treat spider veins for cosmetic reasons.
At Clinica Jóia, we offer you the option to get microsclerotherapy – a low-risk procedure which uses an injectable ‘sclerosant’ – to get rid of these minute veins on your legs. If you have developed spider veins and are bothered by their appearance on your legs, we encourage you to book a consultation and let us help you decide if this is the right course of treatment for you.
Starting from €175
Proven Success
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Typical Uses
Microsclerotherapy is typically the best course of treatment if you:
- Have visible spider veins (small varicose veins)
- Are bothered by the appearance of spider veins
Whilst microsclerotherapy has a high success rate, this is a highly individualised procedure and you should only do it for yourself, not to fulfil someone else’s desires or to try to fit any sort of ideal image.
What It Entails
Microsclerotherapy is a low-risk procedure that treats visible spider veins.
Without needing to be sedated, tiny doses of sclerosant are injected into the veins using a minute needle. This liquid works instantly to eliminate these very small veins without any need for incisions. After the sclerosant has done its part, the veins are compressed by taping a swab to the skin, and a compression stocking must be worn for 48 hours following the procedure.
How It Works
How It Works
Frequently Asked Questions
As with any form of treatment, side effects may occur, and the risks and potential complications will be discussed in detail during the initial consultation. The possible risks of Microsclerotherapy may include:
- Discomfort
- Bruising or swelling
- Pigmentation
- DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Telangiectatic Matting
- Allergic reaction/anaphylaxis
- Ulceration
- Infection
- Recurrent veins.
The short answer is no. As these veins have been removed they are unable to reappear. However, it is possible for other, smaller veins to develop, in which case you will need to treat them in their early stages.
Microsclerotherapy patients are typically able to return to their normal, day-to-day activities right after the procedure. Any pain, if any, should subside in a few days and, when mild bruising occurs, you may expect to heal completely within one to two weeks.
Follow-Up Procedures
As you recover from this treatment, follow-up appointments will be scheduled to monitor your healing and ensure that your recovery is progressing without complications.
In cases when many veins are present, several sessions may be necessary to achieve optimal results.
