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Leg Thread Vein
Removal

Find the right treatment to reduce Leg Thread Veins.

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Administered by a Qualified Doctor or Nurse

follows strict medical protocols

in a safe and medical environment

including evenings & weekends

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Safely remove leg thread veins with a simple and effective treatment

Leg thread veins, also to as spider veins can appear on the surface of the skin. They can appear blue, purple or red in colour and are thin lines that look a little like a web or branch. They are usually not painful or but can be annoying and affect your confidence when you want to bare your legs, particularly in the summer months. Thread veins are different from varicose veins which are larger and deeper, may appear lumpy or and are usually flesh coloured or red. If you have leg veins that bother you, our skin experts can treat this quickly and effectively. You may also which can also be at sk:n.

What are leg thread veins?

Leg thread veins occur when a valve inside a vein stops properly. Our veins carry blood to the heart and to stop blood backwards, veins have a one-way valve that closes once the blood has passed through. If the valve is damaged or weakened, it could mean that the blood to flow in the correct direction which then causes a small pool inside the vein. This causes the vein to branch out causing the thread vein.

What causes leg thread veins?

Many people who suffer from leg thread veins will find it is . This condition is also found more commonly in women than in men. Also as we age, valves become weaker, so we are more likely to develop leg thread veins. Being can also be a cause, as extra pressure is placed on the legs. Pregnancy can also be a cause due to increased blood moving through the body as well as the extra weight placed on the legs. Also if you sit or stand for extended periods, your heart has to work harder to pump blood in the right direction. can also have an effect, for example, birth control, as well as menopause, can be a cause, as estrogen can weaken vein valves.

How can veins be removed from legs?

There are two options for leg thread veins. A popular is the use of laser. This will break down veins using brief pulses of laser light. The light heats up the veins very quickly causing them to collapse in on themselves. The process is called . A more traditional and proven treatment is sclerotherapy. This the of a into the vein that results in damage to the cells causing the vein to close which is then dispersed through the body’s immune system.

Which treatment is right for you?

A combination of both treatments may be on the nature of your leg thread veins. In your consultation, the best for you will be discussed and agreed. Laser is best for smaller thread veins, whereas is often used for larger thread veins and also for people with darker skin tones, for whom laser treatments may not be .

What is the treatment process and how many sessions will I need?

Depending on the size and number of thread veins, this will differ. Which is why our clients attend a with one of our doctors to create an treatment plan. Our doctors typically to start with a course of 6, however the amount of needed may differ from person to person. Treatments are carried out at 4-week .

Step 1

Book a no obligation consultation with an doctor. You can or .

Doctor from £185

Step 2

Visit your sk:n clinic and meet your doctor for a one to one consultation. During this the doctor will:

Step 3

Begin your leg thread vein removal treatment with leading skin clinics in the UK. The doctor will perform the in a clinical environment and advise aftercare.

sk:n are regulated through the Care Quality (CQC) the same as the NHS and the equivalent in Scotland (HIS) and Wales (HIW). Trust the experts, we have 1000s of leg thread treatments so you can rest you’re in safe hands.

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Frequently asked questions

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Yes. We use lasers which only target unwanted veins, leaving the surrounding skin . is a proven method that has been practised since the 1930s. It is an extremely safe treatment with very few complications when by a practitioner.

You may find the treatment slightly but not painful. Laser treatment is described as feeling like the flick of an elastic band on your skin. With sclerotherapy, you might feel the of the needle, but the pain is minimal. If you are concerned, we can also apply a numbing cream before the .

Our clients report a in unwanted veins by as much as 75% following one to three treatments.

The results are permanent. However, if you are prone to leg thread veins you may need treatments if new vessels appear.

You may notice some swelling or slight bruising but this is temporary and will usually fade within a few days to reveal clear and healthy skin.

There are two options – either opt for laser treatment, which breaks down the veins by using brief pulses of laser light which heats up veins quickly them to collapse. Or sclerotherapy is an injection of a saline which will the thread veins. Your medical will these further with you.

It would depend on the size of the area and whether laser or is best for you. Prices start at £275 per treatment, but if you require three you would save money by booking a course.

Yes, our Leg Thread Veins Treatment Programme has been specifically designed by our and each has been carefully selected from our range of high-quality brands. This includes three different products for use before and after your . You will a 40% when purchased with a course. Before your treatment, you should protect your skin with a high factor sun cream. You should also avoid using fake tan before your treatment. We recommend .

After your treatment, your doctor will give you all of the advice you need. We using which will instantly soothe and calm skin. You should also use which is with botanicals with proven hydrating, and healing . This gel cools the skin, protects from free-radicals and encourages cell of skin. We also recommend as treated skin may be more to the sun.

· Ensure the skin to be treated isn’t tanned (including fake tan) and hasn’t had any excessive sun exposure in the last six weeks prior to your treatment.

· containing Vitamin A should not be used for three days prior to your .

· Avoid heat such as saunas, steam rooms or aerobic activity for three days after treatment.

· Do not expose the area to or sunbeds after treatment and use daily.

· Wear loose clothing for three days after to avoid on the skin.

You should a healthy weight to reduce pressure on the legs, stay mobile and avoid sitting or standing for hours and try to walk around every 30 minutes. Ensure you get regular which will circulation, and where possible elevate the legs when sitting down. You should also avoid tight clothing which can blood flow, avoid of hot tubs and saunas which can cause veins to swell, or try wearing compression stockings which will help improve blood flow and further thread veins.

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