Sclerotherapy is a form of treatment for both spider veins and average-sized varicose veins. This treatment uses a chemical injected into the troublesome veins to cause the blood to coagulate, inflamation to set in, and the vein to eventually collapse so that the blood supply is rerouted to healthier veins. One variation of sclerotherapy, foam sclerotherapy, suspends the chemical in foam to provide greater adhesion to the vein walls.

Depending on the number of veins to be treated, a sclerotherapy session usually takes less than 30 minutes. After the procedure, the treatment site is wrapped in a bandage which applies pressure to control any bleeding and promote healing. Once treated with sclerotherapy, varicose veins do not come back.

Sclerotherapy is done on an outpatient basis and is only mildly painful. Other than the sting of the injection, some patients report some light cramping during the injection of the solution, but this quickly passes. Although all procedures have some risks, sclerotherapy has very few. Light bruising sometimes occurs around the affected area, and some patients have reported that freckling developed temporarily in the treatment area, but these both usually disappear within weeks.

With sclerotherapy, some patients may require several injection sessions for optimal results, but these are scheduled about a month apart. After finishing the treatment, the pain and unsightly appearance of the damaged veins are greatly improved. Patients report significantly smoother skin and little discoloration. Because these results are achieved without hospitalization or general anesthesia, sclerotherapy is a better choice than surgery for many patients. Patients also find recovery time is much shorter with sclerotherapy, and they are usually able to return to work within days.

At The Vein Center at Allure Medical Spa, patients seeking Shelby Township vein treatment are offered the latest medical prowess and technology, with Dr. Charles Mok, DO serving the local Michigan city of Shelby Township.  Patients can rest assured that their care is in fine hands, as Dr. Mok integrates some of the latest technologies available to offer treatments with minimal discomfort and down time.  This is a great benefit for a number of patients that are seeking quick and effective treatment options without having to remain out of work or off their feet for an extended period of time.  There are a great many options available now and with this Shelby Township vein treatment clinic, patients are closer to clear and healthy legs which are varicose and spider veins free. 

As a Shelby Township vein treatment doctor, Dr. Mok offers sclerotherapy and laser treatment for spider veins, both of which are widely used forms of treatment for all types of vascular disease.  Furthermore, for patients suffering from more serious forms of vascular dysfunction, patients can be sure that there are treatment options to assist them toward a healthier vascular system.  Speaking with Dr. Mok regarding which treatment option is best can help clarify what route is best.