Laser Vein Removal | Treatment for Varicose Veins | CARE Hospitals

What is Laser Vein Removal? Laser treatment is a type of treatment for spider veins and tiny varicose veins just under the skin's surface Causes The heart pumps oxygen-rich blood to the body through the arteries Veins then carry the blood from the body back to the heart Veins have valves that act as one-way flaps to prevent blood from flowing backward as it moves up the legs Weak or damaged valves can cause blood to leak back into the veins and collect there, causing veins to enlarge and become varicose Spider veins can also develop from weak or damaged valves Procedure of Laser Vein Removal During laser treatment, a laser beam is directed at the vein Laser light can destroy the vein without damaging the skin Small spider veins may disappear immediately after treatment Larger spider veins and varicose veins will darken, and disappear in 1 to 3 months Post-Treatment Care of Laser Vein Removal Wear compression stockings Avoid sun exposure Don't stand, sit, or lie for long periods of time Avoid strenuous activity Avoid lifting heavy objects Walk 10 to 20 minutes about 3 times a day Speak to your doctor for information on Laser Vein removal Time Stamps 0:00 Introduction to Laser Vein Removal 0:15 Causes 1:04 Procedure 1:30 Post-Treatment Care