Why is it necessary to wear Compression Stockings after Sclerotherapy?

Why is it necessary to wear Compression Stockings after Sclerotherapy?

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More About Doctor David Green, MD

Published on Feb 16, 2022

Compression stockings - at least theoretically - by compressing a vein, reduces the volume of blood that can remain in the vein after sclerotherapy. The less blood in the treated 'denatured' vein, the less blood that must be removed as they are removed together and the sooner that this removal can occur.

Answered by David Green, MD (View Profile)

Compression stockings - at least theoretically - by compressing a vein, reduces the volume of blood that can remain in the vein after sclerotherapy. The less blood in the treated 'denatured' vein, the less blood that must be removed as they are removed together and the sooner that this removal can occur.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Nov 12, 2010

Compression sclerotherapy is thought to be helpful after sclerotherapy for several reasons. It helps in keeping the treated vessels collapsed and promotes their faster healing and disappearance. It is also thought to offer an additional protection against deep vein clotting ( besides ambulation and physical activity) ,as it prevents stagnation of blood in the legs. There has been at least one good study that showed better cosmetic results for patient who wore compression stockings after sclerotherapy.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

Compression sclerotherapy is thought to be helpful after sclerotherapy for several reasons. It helps in keeping the treated vessels collapsed and promotes their faster healing and disappearance. It is also thought to offer an additional protection against deep vein clotting ( besides ambulation and physical activity) ,as it prevents stagnation of blood in the legs. There has been at least one good study that showed better cosmetic results for patient who wore compression stockings after sclerotherapy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


North Shore Vein Center

Published on Oct 21, 2010

The benefits of compression stockings after sclerotherapy are so numerous and well documented that it is now considered to be the current standard of care. Some of the benefits include: direct apposition of the treated vein walls to allow effective fibrosis and vein resolution, a lower incidence of post-sclerotherapy pigmentation, and a lower incidence of deep vein thrombosis by encouraging good blood flow through the deeper veins. Many Phlebologists recommend a 1-3 week period of compression after sclerotherapy.

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Answered by North Shore Vein Center

The benefits of compression stockings after sclerotherapy are so numerous and well documented that it is now considered to be the current standard of care. Some of the benefits include: direct apposition of the treated vein walls to allow effective fibrosis and vein resolution, a lower incidence of post-sclerotherapy pigmentation, and a lower incidence of deep vein thrombosis by encouraging good blood flow through the deeper veins. Many Phlebologists recommend a 1-3 week period of compression after sclerotherapy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Nu Vela Vein Center

Published on Oct 18, 2010

Compression sclerotherapy is thought to be helpful after sclerotherapy for several reasons. It helps in keeping the treated vessels collapsed and promotes their faster healing and disappearance. It is also thought to offer an additional protection against deep vein clotting ( besides ambulation and physical activity) ,as it prevents stagnation of blood in the legs. For very thin spider vein treatments, however, compression stockings are not considered necessary by many vein doctors.

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Answered by Nu Vela Vein Center

Compression sclerotherapy is thought to be helpful after sclerotherapy for several reasons. It helps in keeping the treated vessels collapsed and promotes their faster healing and disappearance. It is also thought to offer an additional protection against deep vein clotting ( besides ambulation and physical activity) ,as it prevents stagnation of blood in the legs. For very thin spider vein treatments, however, compression stockings are not considered necessary by many vein doctors.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Miller Vein

Published on Oct 18, 2010

Studies have suggested better cosmetic outcomes. The duration of wearing these stockings is controversial.

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Answered by Miller Vein

Studies have suggested better cosmetic outcomes. The duration of wearing these stockings is controversial.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Oct 14, 2010

I recommend wearing compression stockings for 48 hours after sclerotherapy. Compression helps to keep the veins reduced in size and the sclerosing solution in contact with the injected veins so as to get a better result. Compression also helps to reduce the potential complications from sclerotherapy such as matting, staining and new vein formation(neovascularization).

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

I recommend wearing compression stockings for 48 hours after sclerotherapy. Compression helps to keep the veins reduced in size and the sclerosing solution in contact with the injected veins so as to get a better result. Compression also helps to reduce the potential complications from sclerotherapy such as matting, staining and new vein formation(neovascularization).

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Oct 14, 2010

For the very small spiders it probably is not necessary. Larger veins however may heal better if compressed after.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

For the very small spiders it probably is not necessary. Larger veins however may heal better if compressed after.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Angelo N. Makris MD

Published on Oct 14, 2010

They help keeep the sclerosant from being diluted by blood.

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Answered by Angelo N. Makris MD

They help keeep the sclerosant from being diluted by blood.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

Published on Oct 14, 2010

The object of sclerotherapy is to cause the cells lining the abnormal veins to stick together while the vein shrinks and scars itself closed. The external compression helps to empty blood from the veins and it compressses the treated veins so the vein walls are more likely to seal shut.

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Answered by VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

The object of sclerotherapy is to cause the cells lining the abnormal veins to stick together while the vein shrinks and scars itself closed. The external compression helps to empty blood from the veins and it compressses the treated veins so the vein walls are more likely to seal shut.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Oct 14, 2010

It supports the veins in a compressed or closed position to allow improved sealing of the veins after administration of the medication. Also it reduces the small risk of blood clots after the procedure.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

It supports the veins in a compressed or closed position to allow improved sealing of the veins after administration of the medication. Also it reduces the small risk of blood clots after the procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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