Thermocoagulation, Veinwave and Treating Spider Veins

Spider veins, while not bulging from the skin like varicose veins, may be troubling for individuals in Coconut Creek, Florida or other parts of the country. They may not cause pain and heaviness like varicose veins, but the unsightly appearance of the condition may lead many to seek treatment to remove this cosmetic nuisance. There are several non-invasive or minimally-invasive treatment options available to patients looking for relief and many have successfully treated the condition. One treatment option available to patients is Veinwave, a procedure that uses thermocoagulation to treat spider veins or telangiectasia—thread-like veins—on the body.

Veinwave may be used to treat various parts of the body including the legs, arms, ankles and knees and even the face. Before receiving treatment, however, patients should consult a vein specialist to ensure that it is safe to use Veinwave to remove problem veins on the area of the body where they appear. Candidates for treatment include adult men and women who are in good overall health who are suffering from spider veins or telangiectasia. Individuals not considered to be candidates for this treatment include epileptic patients, those who have bleeding disorders, individuals with pacemakers and women who are pregnant.

To perform this procedure, the injection site is first cleaned and the specialist will use a fine, insulated needle to administer the treatment supepidermally. The vessel will not be pierced during this procedure. Thermocoagulation is used to heat and close the vessels instantly and the tiny vessels are destroyed and disappear rather quickly. The procedure may take just 10 to 15 minutes to perform and bandages are not required following treatment. Most individuals feel virtually no pain during this treatment, although some may report a tiny pin-prick feeling.

Recovering from Veinwave is simple in most cases. No downtime is associated with this procedure and patients may resume normal activities or return to work immediately following treatment. They should see results immediately following treatment as the veins close and start to disappear. Over the next few days, results should continue to improve. The treatment of spider veins using this treatment is permanent.

As with most medical procedures, there are risks associated with Veinwave that patients should be aware of and should discuss with a vein specialist in the Coconut Creek area. There is a small risk of scarring associated with this procedure, although the risk is minimal and less than that associated with many other vein procedures. Most patients require just one treatment to reach optimal results, although this may vary with some patients requiring two to three treatments to achieve their goals.

In most cases, Veinwave will not be covered by insurance, as spider veins are generally considered a cosmetic concern and treatment not medically necessary. Of course, there may be exceptions and in some cases, spider vein treatments may be covered by insurance, especially in cases when spider veins occur along with varicose veins. Patients should consult their doctor as well as their insurance company for further information regarding whether Veinwave will be covered. The cost of each treatment may range from $400 to $800 per session depending on the extent of the area being treated, the geographic location of the patient and the clinic at which they choose to receive treatment.

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