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Leg Vein Treatment

 

We offer advanced laser technology as an effective, noninvasive option for treating varicose and spider veins.  This treatment selectively targets and coagulates problem blood vessels without affecting the surrounding skin.

The pulse of light from the laser may feel similar to a rubber band being snapped on the skin.  Cold gel is applied to the skin before treatment and cold air is applied during the treatment to help prevent discomfort. 

The desired immediate effect is darkening of the vessel due to blood coagulation and redness and swelling along the vessel.  Cold packs to the area following treatment will reduce the redness and swelling.  The vessel will gradually disappear as the blood absorbs the coagulated blood in the vessel.  If little change is noted in the vessel, the laser setting can be increased at the next treatment.  Treatments can be repeated every 3-4 weeks and are complete when satisfactory results are achieved. 

Following treatment, trauma to the area should be avoided for 5 days.  This includes massages and aerobic exercise.  Hot baths should also be avoided. 

 

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