Sclerotherapy:
During sclerotherapy, veins are injected with a sclerosing (sugar/salt) solution, which causes them to collapse and fade from view. The procedure may also remedy the bothersome symptoms associated with spider veins, including aching, burning, swelling and night cramps. Most patients require 1-4 treatments for optimal results. Treatments are quick (less than 20 minutes), safe and relatively painless. Laser treatment for leg veins is also available, especially for very tiny blood vessels or for those fearful of needles.