What are spider veins?

In some women, spider veins—those small clusters of red, blue or purple veins that appear on the thighs, calves and ankles—become noticeable at a young age. For others, the veins may not become obvious until much later.

Causes of spider veins

A number of factors may contribute to the development of spider veins in the legs, including:

• Heredity
• Hormonal shifts
• Occupations or activities that require prolonged sitting or standing
• Pregnancy
• Weight fluctuation

Who is a good candidate for spider vein treatment

Spider vein treatment is a good option if you:

• Are bothered by spider veins anywhere on your body
• Are committed to following your plastic surgeon’s prescribed course of treatment
• Have a positive outlook and realistic goals for your spider vein treatment

Our Cynosure™ Apogee Elite® systems deliver pulses of light energy which cause the blood within the vein to coagulate, eventually destroying the vessel which is later reabsorbed by your body. Blood flow will then be redirected to veins deeper below your skins surface, where it should be. In one treatment, we sometimes totally reduce these red and blue/purple capillaries, but in general it takes up to 3 treatments. Together with Laser Vein Therapy, we have the ability to reduce many red, blue or purple capillaries concerns.