Suncoast Vein & Vascular Clinic
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Spider Veins
The exact cause of Spider Veins is not proven, but heredity, local trauma, and hormonal levels are believed to be contributing factors.
Spider Veins become more numerous with age, and are twice as common in women.
Spider Veins are formed by the dilation of the small veins under the surface of the skin, mostly on the legs. They look like red or purple sunbursts or web patterns.
Spider Veins are also referred to as telangiectasia or broken capillaries. They usually pose no health hazard but may produce a dull aching or burning in the legs after prolonged standing.
Treatment of Spider Veins
Sclerotherapy is the best and safest treatment for Spider Veins. It causes minimal discomfort.
Veinwave is another option to eliminate smaller Spider Veins however not all sizes of Spider Veins can not be treated with Veinwave.
Sclerotherapy generally requires multiple treatment sessions. Post-treatment therapy includes wearing compression bandages or support hose for two days to three weeks following the treatment.
Although Sclerotherapy works for current Spider Veins, it does not prevent future ones from developing.
Causes of Spider Veins
- Heredity
- Age
- Gender
- Pregnancy
- Lifestyle/Occupation
Now Available VEINWAVE Treatment for SPIDER VEINS!!!
Veinwave™ is a revolutionary technique used by Doctors around the world to eliminate spider veins on the legs and fine thread veins, known as telangiectasia. Utilising the principle of thermocoagulation, Veinwave is the only treatment of its kind having received 510k clearance to market by the FDA.
Veinwave has become the treatment of choice for practitioners and patients alike, many having been failed by lasers and other light based systems. Veinwave provides a relatively painless walk in walk out procedure, with no risk of bruising, scarring or pigmentation.
Veinwave Benefits
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Immediate Results
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No need to wear Stockings
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No Down Time
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May Resume Normal Activities Immediately
It is estimated that more than 75% of females over the age of 18 have Spider Veins.
Spider Veins are often red or blue and are closer to the surface of the skin.
Some insurance companies cover Sclerotherapy for specific medical conditions
Insurance does not cover for Sclerotherapy when performed for cosmetic reasons.
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