Sclerotherapy in Columbus, Ohio (OH)

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 VeinSolutions - Columbus

VeinSolutions, a Worthington varicose veins treatment clinic in Ohio, offers patients of the Worthington, Ohio area freedom from unsightly and uncomfortable vein disorders which can occur for a number of reasons. Patients who often stand or sit for prolonged periods, do not exercise regularly, are pregnant, or are overweight may be at a greater risk of developing vascular disorders. Additionally, genetics play a role in the body's vascular health.

At VeinSolutions Blair Vermilion, M.D., F.A.C.S. and William L. Smead M.D., F.A.C.S., two Worthington varicose veins treatment specialists, offer their care and concern to patients within Ohio who are seeking to remove vascular disorder with minimal invasion. Laser treatments such as endovenous laser ablation assist with the removal of problem veins as well as sclerotherapy in its many forms, an injection-based treatment. Due to modern medical care, patients often endure little discomfort, shorter treatments, and faster recoveries than ever before.

Additional Information on Procedures performed by VeinSolutions - Columbus

Compression Stockings

Endovenous Laser Ablation

Foam Sclerotherapy

Microphlebectomy

Pelvic Congestion Syndrome

Radiofrequency Occlusion

Sclerotherapy

Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy

Varicose Vein Surgery

Venous Reflux Exams

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