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Spider vein injection therapy (sclerotherapy) is the globally recognized gold standard for treating spider veins. Our doctors use FDA-approved solutions injected with the smallest needles available — virtually painless, no anesthesia required. Each treatment is fully customized based on vein size, location, and skin tone.
Spider vein injection therapy (sclerotherapy) is the globally recognized gold standard for treating spider veins. Our doctors use FDA-approved solutions injected with the smallest needles available — virtually painless, no anesthesia required. Each treatment is fully customized based on vein size, location, and skin tone.
Spider veins (telangiectasias) are small dilated vessels near the skin surface, usually red, blue, or purple. They commonly appear on legs, thighs, ankles, and face.
Unlike varicose veins, they usually do not bulge, but can still cause burning, itching, or mild discomfort in some patients.
Spider veins are extremely common and are frequently requested for treatment in Manhattan and Long Island. Common causes include:
Sclerotherapy is the gold standard and the treatment of choice at Schulman Vein and Laser Center. Dr. Martin L. Schulman and Dr. Lee G. Schulman personally perform treatment.
Most sessions take 15 to 45 minutes. Patients usually describe treatment as mild pinpricks, not significant pain.
After treatment, avoid direct sun on treated areas, wear compression as advised, and avoid hot baths/saunas for 48 hours.
Treated veins may look darker before fading. Final results often appear within three to six weeks.
Spider vein treatment is usually cosmetic and self-pay. If symptoms suggest underlying venous insufficiency, portions of care may be medically covered.
We provide clear pricing before treatment begins.
Some patients need one to two sessions, while extensive cases may need three or four sessions over time.
Treated veins are permanently closed. New veins can still develop later, so maintenance sessions may be needed.
Facial veins may be treated with laser or sclerotherapy depending on size and location. We determine this at consultation.
No. Treatment is usually deferred until after pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Yes. Sclerotherapy is available at all three locations, including Manhasset and Commack.
Eight to twelve weeks before key events is ideal if appearance timing matters, though treatment is available year-round.
