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Sclerotherapy is a popular method for eliminating varicose &
spider veins, which has been in use since the 1920's. It involves
injecting a solution into a diseased vein, which causes a reaction,
destroying the vessel wall. Sclerosis, (hardening) of the vein then
results. Blood can no longer travel through it. Instead, the blood
is rerouted through healthy veins. Eventually, the varicose vein
disappears. This is the method most commonly used for spider veins.
The majority of people who have sclerotherapy performed will see
good improvement. Approximately 10% of patients who undergo sclerotherapy
have poor to fair results. In very rare cases, the patient's condition
will become worse after a treatment.
Large swollen and symptomatic varicose vein injections are covered
by OHIP. "Spider veins" are considered cosmetic and are
not covered. Your insurance company may agree to pay some or all
of the costs of solution, surgical tray, procedure costs or prescribed
compresssion stockings. A detailed accounting for insurance forms
will be provided upon receipt of services..
We offer diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities in a comfortable
setting. Dr. Martin evaluates and treats patients with lower extremity
problems caused by most types of vein problems, including
- Varicose veins of varying sizes
- Spider veins (even the tiniest spider veins)
- Chronically swollen legs
- Leg pain, aching, or heaviness
- Itching, burning, or restless legs
At your first visit, you will receive an evaluation to determine
the type and severity of your vein problem. Whether you have a mild,
moderate, or severe vein problem, Dr. Martin and her associates
can advise you about your alternatives and what results you can
expect from treatment.
At your first treatment session, you'll be surprised at how quick,
easy, and comfortable it really is. You'll relax in our treatment
rooms while a highly-trained specialist works to make your veins
disappear, area by area.
You'll understand why so many of our patients tell us "I wish
I'd had this done years ago!" and "I don't know why I
waited so long!"
Treatment alternatives
Depending on the need, your treatment alternatives may include
standard or microinjection sclerotherapy. All of these are medically
proven techniques that are quite safe and effective.
You'll walk in and walk out from your treatments -- you won't need
to take time off work.
If you are suffering from varicose veins, you owe it to yourself
to find out more. Your legs will feel better and look better before
you know it.
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