Spider veins are similar to varicose veins, but they affect capillaries, arterioles and venules instead of veins. Capillaries are the tiny vessels responsible for delivering oxygen and nutrients to the body’s tissues. Arterioles and venules are also small blood vessels. Although spider veins aren’t dangerous, many people hate the way they look. Spider veins can also cause itching, burning and pain. Find out how our vein clinic in Atlanta can help with noninvasive spider vein removal procedures.

What Causes Spider Veins, and When Should You Treat Them?

Spider veins form when the capillaries, arterioles or venules weaken and expand. This can occur due to hormonal changes, connective tissue diseases, genetic syndromes or direct trauma. You may have an increased risk of spider veins if you meet any of these criteria:

• You have a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30.
• You sit or stand in one place for long periods.
• You’re pregnant, using hormonal birth control or using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to relieve menopause symptoms.
• You smoke or have a history of smoking.
• Your close family members have spider veins or other vein problems.
• You spend a lot of time in the sun.

You may want to consider spider vein removal if your damaged veins are causing pain, burning or itching. Some people seek treatment because they want to feel better about how they look. No matter why you’re interested in treatment, it’s important to seek care from an experienced vein doctor in Atlanta.

The Leading Spider Vein Treatment at Atlanta Medical Clinic: VENCLOSE™

VENCLOSE™ is the only spider vein treatment offered at Atlanta Medical Clinic because it’s the most effective and has the shortest recovery time. VENCLOSE™ is a non-surgical procedure that uses radiofrequency ablation to shrink spider veins and seal them shut. This redirects blood to healthy veins, ensuring it can flow back to your heart instead of pooling in your legs and feet.

The VENCLOSE™ system comes with a dual heating element, reducing the amount of time it takes to treat spider veins. This feature also allows us to reposition the catheter less often, making the procedure even safer for patients. Best of all, VENCLOSE™ is highly effective. In a study led by Gennady Vulakh of NYU Perelman School of Medicine, only four out of 405 patients needed additional interventions 1 year after their VENCLOSE™ procedures.

What to Expect During and After Spider Vein Treatment

VENCLOSE™ isn’t a surgical procedure, so there’s no need for general anesthesia. However, we’ll numb the procedure area to ensure you’re comfortable. When you’re ready to begin, your vein doctor in Atlanta will insert a needle, a guidewire and a radiofrequency catheter into the treatment site. The guidewire helps us advance the catheter safely. Finally, we use the VENCLOSE™ system to deliver targeted radiofrequency energy to the damaged capillaries, arterioles and venules. This seals your spider veins, preventing them from causing any further symptoms.

Once we administer local anesthesia, you shouldn’t feel anything other than slight pressure at the treatment site. We typically recommend that you wear compression stockings to reduce swelling and pain. Although you have to take it easy after your procedure, you don’t have to wait for months to recover like you would if you had surgery. After the procedure, you may notice immediate relief from pain and itching. However, it typically takes some time to notice an improvement in the appearance of your skin. This is completely normal.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Spider Vein Removal?

You may be a good candidate for spider vein removal if you don’t have deep vein thrombosis and you’re capable of walking without assistance. You should also wait at least 3 months after pregnancy or surgery to have the VENCLOSE™ procedure.

Why Atlanta Medical Clinic Is a Trusted Choice for Vein Care

Atlanta Medical Clinic is the most trusted choice for spider vein removal and other types of vein care. One reason patients trust us so much is because we use advanced technology like VENCLOSE™ to minimize complications and shorten recovery times. When you come to our vein clinic in Atlanta, you can rest easy knowing that we’re committed to relieving your pain without invasive procedures.

We also have experienced specialists who are ready to treat you with compassion. Several patients have commented that they appreciate the professionalism and expert knowledge of our staff members. When you put our trust in Atlanta Medical Clinic, we do everything in our power to keep you comfortable and help you reach your treatment goals.

Finally, we offer personalized care to every patient. This allows us to deliver effective treatments that can improve your quality of life. Schedule a consultation today to find out how we can help you get rid of unsightly spider veins without surgery.