Sclerotherapy in Edina, Minnesota (MN)

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.

About Minnesota Vascular Treatment Center

Those in the market for an Edina vein clinic should look no further than Minnesota Vascular Treatment Center. Located in Edina, Minnesota, Dr. Gregory Snyder, MD and his team of professionals are on hand to provide patients with the very best in medical treatment of their vein diseases. Venous diseases such as spider veins and varicose veins can be very painful and unsightly conditions. Many feel embarrassed of their appearance and become self-conscious and uncomfortable in social situations. Dr. Snyder is happy to share his experience and expertise in helping his patients overcome these conditions and find their health and happiness once again. The Edina vein clinic only uses advanced treatment options and equipment in treating their patients. This ensures that every patient is given the best possible chance of undergoing a successful treatment. Dr. Snyder ensures a safe environment and takes all the appropriate steps in making sure a welcoming and comfortable setting is maintained for his patients. With a commitment to excellence, the Edina vein center uses the best, cutting edge technology in providing their services to their patients. Some of these services include compression stockings, endovenous laser ablation, sclerotherapy and laser and light therapy.

Additional Information on Procedures performed by Minnesota Vascular Treatment Center

Compression Stockings

Endovenous Laser Ablation

Laser & Light Therapy

Sclerotherapy