Are You a Candidate for Veinwave?

Updated on: August 18, 2014

Spider veins and telangiectasia may not be medically concerning for those in Leesburg, Virginia or anywhere in the country, but they can be a cosmetic nuisance to many who notice them somewhere on their body. Unlike varicose veins, treatment for these veins is not considered medically necessary in most cases, although many seek treatment to get rid of the unsightliness of the veins. They appear as thin, discolored blood vessels and appear on various areas of the body. Veinwave is a procedure developed to treat these conditions when the veins appear on the face, arms, legs, and other areas of the body.

This is a fairly new procedure that uses thermocoagulation to treat tiny spider veins that are not treatable with sclerotherapy and that carry added risks when treated with lasers or light therapies. The procedure is minimally-invasive and is performed in about 15 minutes, allowing you to get on your way and return to your normal daily activities right after leaving the procedure. There are no bandages required, either. But before seeking treatment, talk with a Leesburg vein specialist to determine if the procedure is right for you. Those not considered candidates may include individuals who are epileptic, have bleeding problems, or wear a pacemaker. Women who are pregnant are also not considered candidates for Veinwave.

To perform this procedure, the treatment area is first cleaned and a fine, insulated needle is used to administer treatment. The vessel itself is not pierced with Veinwave. Thermocoagulation is used to remove problem veins in the treatment area, and targeted veins go away very quickly. Most feel little to no pain during the procedure. Some may report a tiny pin-prick feeling during the treatment, but most do not require any anesthetic when this procedure is performed. 

Most notice results right after the procedure as the veins start to close due to the thermocoagulation used in the treatment process. They go away very quickly, and continue to improve in the days following the treatment. The procedure carries a small risk of scarring, which is minimal compared to many other procedures. Treatment of spider veins is permanent, so once they are gone, they are gone. However, it is important to point out that other veins may become problematic, and patients should speak with the Leesburg vein specialist to discuss ways to reduce your risk of getting spider veins in the future.

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