Sclerotherapy
Nurse-led treatment for leg spider veins in Finchampstead, Berkshire.
About Sclerotherapy
What it is and how it works.
Spider veins (also called thread veins) are small, visible veins that sit close to the surface of the skin.
At Tanton Brown Skin Clinic, Isabel, an NMC-registered Independent Nurse Prescriber, offers sclerotherapy for spider veins on the legs. Her approach aims to reduce their appearance gradually over a short course of treatments.
How it works
A fine needle is used to inject a sclerosing solution into the vein. This irritates the vein lining so it closes and is gradually reabsorbed by the body, and blood flow is redirected to healthier veins. Treated veins fade over the following weeks.
Benefits include
- Reduces the appearance of spider veins on the legs
- A non-surgical treatment
- Aims to reduce the appearance of treated veins gradually
For legs with visible spider veins.
Your treatment at a glance
Sclerotherapy
- Treatment time
- Up to 60 minutes
- Comfort & numbing
- Mild stinging during injection; generally well tolerated
- Downtime & recovery
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 1–2 weeks; walking is encouraged. Compression stockings can be worn for 1–2 weeks.
- Results appear
- Within a few weeks as treated veins fade; some veins take longer, and treated veins can look red-brown for some weeks before fading
- Sessions
- Usually 1–3, depending on the number & size of veins, spaced 6–8 weeks apart
- Results last
- Long lasting, though new veins may develop over time
- Maintenance
- Occasional maintenance for new veins
- After your treatment
- Avoid vigorous exercise and heavy lifting for 1–2 weeks, and hot baths or saunas for at least 1 week.
- Avoid long-haul flights for 4 weeks.
- Protect treated areas from direct sun exposure.
Full aftercare advice, including how to contact Isabel, is sent to you after your treatment.
- Treatment areas
- Spider veins on the legs
It is not used for varicose veins.
- Price
- 1 treatment£2003 treatments£540
A free consultation is required before any treatment.
Sclerotherapy FAQs
Is sclerotherapy safe?
Yes. Sclerotherapy has been performed safely for decades and is considered effective for many people when carried out by trained professionals. Side effects such as redness, bruising, or swelling are usually temporary.
Who is a good candidate?
It may not be right for you if you have had a blood clot (DVT or PE), or have circulation problems or reduced mobility.
Treatment is not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding. All treatments are for clients aged 18 and over. Isabel will check your suitability at your consultation.
What happens at the consultation?
Isabel assesses your needs and suitability, explains the procedure and its risks, and creates a personal plan, with no obligation to proceed. If you decide to go ahead, you can then book your treatment.
Begin your journey
Your first appointment is a free consultation to talk through your goals and plan your treatment, with no obligation to go ahead.
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