Vascular Solutions

Sclerotherapy: A Painless Method for Resolving Disfiguring Varicose Veins

PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS - POST SCLEROTHERAPY

1. LEG SUPPORT IS IMPORTANT AFTER INJECTIONS. After injections, your leg may be wrapped with an ace or support hose may be worn. Usually injection sites are reinforced with a cotton ball which should remain in place for the duration of the day. It is OK to shower the following day.

2. AGGRESSIVE EXERCISE LIKE JOGGING, TENNIS, OR HIGH IMPACT AEROBICS SHOULD BE AVOIDED FOR ONE WEEK AFTER TREATMENT. Other activities are not restricted. You may continue to work , perform daily activities and exercise except as noted.

3. MILD SWELLING IS NOT UNCOMMON. This can be relieved with elevation of the leg above the heart. BRUISING is a common finding after injection therapy. This will resolve on its own.

4. POST TREATMENT DISCOMFORT IS MINIMAL. Tylenol is fine for any necessary pain relief.

5. FOLLOW UP- Office visits are scheduled two to four weeks after injections. At that visit your results will be evaluated and a decision for future therapy made.

6. Generally most patients undergo one session per month during our sclerotherapy season (October - April).

REMINDER: Payment is expected at the time service is rendered. We will provide you with the CPT codes for insurance reimbursement but we do not file claims for this procedure. Please plan accordingly.

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