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October 2011: Dr. Crippen is now a Fellow of the Canadian Society of Phlebology.  This is the first time the society has granted this priveledge to members who meet certain requirements in the field of vein disease.

• Video: Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins in Kelowna
  

 

KELOWNA VEIN CLINIC

Sclerotherapy in Kelowna | Varicose Veins

By: Dr. Craig Crippen @ DermMedica

Sclerotherapy is proven to be safe, effective, and virtually painless for treating vein disease. It has been used successfully to treat both types of veins for well over 75 years. Sclerotherapy involves the injection of a medication called a sclerosing agent into the veins.

How Does Sclerotherapy Work?

When a sclerosing agent is introduced into the veins it clings to the vein walls, irreversibly damaging the veins. As a result the veins constrict and eventually close over a period of weeks to months. The body breaks the veins down and disposes of them naturally.

What Conditions Does Sclerotherapy Treat?

• Varicose Veins

What is the Procedure?

At Kelowna Vein Clinic the average Spider Vein treatment using Sclerotherapy is 10-15 minutes, involving a quick injection of the sclerosing medication. 

What is the Recovery Time?

4-6 Weeks - After the initial appointment, patients can expect to return to their normal activities immediately, with the exception of excessive exercise on the day of the treatment. Patients are advised to walk immediately following the treatment for 30 minutes. It is imperative that patients continue to walk 30 minutes a day for the duration of the recovery time.

For the first week after the treatment, it is also recommended that patients wear a compression bandage or stocking. Stockings can be ordered for patients in advance of the treatment or can be purchased at any time after the procedure at a local pharmacy. Preferred stocking brands include:
 
Follow-up appointments are usually 1-2 weeks following treatment, however, this varies greatly for the particular situation and patient. 

During the healing process patients can expect tenderness and darkening of the vein. In some cases patients can experience mild irritation from the medication or even an allergic reaction. These more sever responses are significantly less common.

Follow-up appointments are usually 1-2 weeks following treatment, however, this varies greatly for the particular situation and patient.

During the healing process patients can expect tenderness and darkening of the vein. In some cases patients can experience mild irritation from the medication or even an allergic reaction. These more severe responses are significantly less common and quite rare.

What Are the Expected Results?

During the recovery time patients can expect to see a gradual reduction in vein size and visibility. Eventually the vein will be completely absorbed into the body and no longer be a problem. Other benefits experienced after the treatment include:

• Reduced swelling in the ankles
• Decreased pressure
• Decreased heaviness

1 -2 treatments are recommended for maximum results.

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