Laser Treatment of thread veins on the Legs

Certain lasers and specific light sources permit an effective treatment of telangiectasia and varicosis of small and medium size on the inferior members, particularly for the bluish, purplish or greenish kind. The treatment is gentle and often makes it possible to avoid more invasive techniques, such as surgery. For those who with phobia of needles, this treatment can also replace scerotherapy (treatment of the broken veins on the legs by sclerosing injections).

Indications

• Unsightly broken veins and varicosis on the inferior members (small and medium size).

Technique     

Laser treatment provokes a photo coagulation of the broken veins. The operation can be carried out with or without anaesthesia depending on the venal status.

Programme

• One to several sessions according to the importance of the venal status.

Results

• Excellent on violet, blue and green coloured varicosis.
• Variable on red varicosis.

Advantages of the technique 

• Rapid and effective (few treatments necessary).
• Gentle non invasive technique, absence of use of needles, no bleeding.
• No surgery.
• Practically no side effects.

Interessting facts

• The impact of the laser is slightly sensitive although this sensation is temporary.
• The application of a cooling product to the skin constitutes an excellent anaesthetic.
• Depending on the case, a complementary sclerotherapy treatment can be useful.
• Results are excellent but not immediate.