Spider Veins

Superficial Laser Ablation of Spider Veins are often considered for cosmetic spider veins. While this application may be beneficial for the destruction of the very small cosmetic spider veins it also compliments visual sclerotherapy. The use of superficial laser is often very effective on facial spider veins or hemangiomas

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy is much like sclerotherapy as stated above. It is utilized when refluxing vein(s) are identified as the cause of symptoms but are not visible at the skin surface. Ultrasound is then used to directly guide Dr. Stafford into the targeted malfunctioning vein with the irritant solution. Often a foam application of the solution is utilized. This allows better contact with the inside (endothelium) of the vein wall, thereby causing longer contact and better destruction. The after care is the same as visual sclerotherapy with no down-time involved. Compression after your treatment is still considered a vital component for successful collapse of the targeted vein.

Visual Sclerotherapy is a treatment that involves an injection of a solution that is irritating to the malfunctioning or dilated vein. The damaged vein turns into scar tissue and is slowly absorbed by the body. The goal of this therapeutic session is to close off the vein(s) that are causing your discomfort from the refluxing or pooling of blood either caused from problems with the valves or distension within the wall of the vein.

This therapy is usually quite effective in smaller diameter veins. It usually requires an average of 2-5 treatments. It is important that prescription gradient compression stockings be used immediately after your treatment for optimal results.

Compression Stockings with graduated compression are universally recommended for both non-surgical and surgical treatment of varicose veins. Many studies have been conducted in the use of compression as well as type of compression for varicose veins. . The use of compression stockings following treatment is shown to increase benefits of therapy. It is also used as a conservative measure in the management of symptoms of varicose veins. It may be beneficial to try compression stockings for symptom relief prior to treatment. Relief of symptoms with the use of compression stockings is often relative to the size and extent of the patient’s venous problems.

Dr. Stafford will recommend the amount and type of compression that will compliment your individual needs.