What causes Thread veins?
Thread veins can be caused by too much exposure to the sun over the years.
They may also be inherited. Thread veins can sometimes be a sign of rosacea, a skin
condition, or can result from overuse of steroid creams.
Thread veins are more obvious after mid-life, when the skin becomes thinner and loses some
of its collagen.
Spider Veins
Spider veins are the smaller superficial purple or red veins which stretch like a web
under the skin.
Spider veins can appear anywhere on the body but more commonly on the legs, face, chest or
even abdomen. They can cover either a very small or very large area of skin.
Spider veins usually occur in association with larger dilated blood vessels (often blue /
green in colour) called "reticular veins".
This problem affects people of all age groups, skin types and lifestyles. it is estimated
that over 60% of the adult population suffer from varicose and/or spider veins.
What causes Spider Veins?
No one knows the exact cause of spider veins, but there are several factors that
cause a person to be more likely to develop them.
Heredity, or being born with weak vein valves, is the greatest factor. Hormones also play
a role. The hormonal changes that occur during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause, as well
as taking estrogens, progesterone, and birth control pills can cause a woman to develop
varicose veins or spider veins.
During pregnancy, besides the increases in hormone levels, there also is a great increase
in the volume of blood in the body that can cause veins to enlarge.
Other factors that weaken vein valves and that may cause varicose or spider veins include
ageing, obesity, leg injury, and prolonged standing, such as for long hours on the job.
Spider veins on the cheeks or nose of a fair-skinned person may occur from sun exposure.
How do you
treat Thread and Spider Veins?
We treat Thread Veins and Spider Veins with Vasculight.
What is Vasculight?
VascuLight advanced technology approved by the United States Food and Drug Agency (FDA)
in 1998 after long and exhaustive clinical tests, is a non-invasive breakthrough treatment
which offers a comprehensive solution for the treatment of unwanted veins.
Importantly, VascuLight will treat most blood vessels, which up to now have been difficult
and very painful to treat.
The treatment
Until now treating veins was a lengthy and painful process using needles during surgery.
The VascuLight system is designed to treat unsightly veins simply, safely and using a
non-invasive process without disruption to normal activities. Any post-treatment redness
normally fades within a few hours.
Treatment is performed using a intense pulsed light technology or laser, and often a
combination of both technology are used. The light is absorbed into the haemoglobin in the
blood producing heat energy which effectively destroys the vein.
Veins usually require a series of treatments over a period of time. Even smaller vessels
require time to resolve successfully.
No stripping or injections are used.
How many treatments
do I need?
A treatment plan is developed and the optimum combination of intense pulsed light and
laser will be decided.
The duration and number of treatments varies, depending on the area to be covered and type
of lesions requiring treatment.
Normally a course of 3 to 5 treatments are required, at approximately one month intervals.
Is Vasculight painful?
The Vasculight treatment is less painful, quicker and generally more successful than
conventional methods.
Patients have described the sensation as "warm and prickly" or "like the
snap of a rubber band".
What results can I
expect?
IPL Treatments using Photorejuvenation are recognised for a very high measure of patient
satisfaction.
Patients can see dramatic results within a very short time.
How much does it cost?
Veins treatments start from £200. However, the exact price we quote is completely
individual and depends on many factors and can only be properly determined by our fully
qualified Doctor or Nurse who will assess your condition and guide you to the most
suitable treatment options.
We have developed a policy to offer the best advanced treatments at the most competitive
and affordable prices. Our aim is to give Harley Street Service at High Street prices.
This consultation is completely free, our friendly and highly professional staff will
quickly put you at ease.
Who performs the
treatment?
Our laser treatments are
carried out by nurse practitioners who have several years of experience in this field.
Each has the relevant training required to ensure that they give the very best of care and
attention to our patients. As well as administering treatments they are also highly
qualified to advise on what is the appropriate course of treatment for each patient and
are committed to working towards the desired result.
About us
Over the past 25 years The Private Clinic has established an outstanding reputation for
quality, care and innovation and has brought many of the most effective new treatments to
the UK.
The firm focus on safe, modern, non-invasive treatments has attracted some of the most
experienced medical staff in the UK to join the team at the Clinic.
Our large medical team includes Doctors, Surgeons, Dermatologists and Qualified Nurses.
We have treated more than 40,000 patients.
To make an appointment call 0800
599 9911
or fill this form
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ADDRESS
98 Harley Street, London W1G 7HZ
Nearest Underground stations are: Regent's Park, Oxford Circus, Baker Street and Great
Portland Street
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St.James's Building, 79 Oxford Street, Manchester M1 6EJ
Nearest British Rail Station: Oxford Road
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FAX: London Fax: 020 7409 7854 - Manchester Fax: 0161 236 5094
EMAIL: data@theprivateclinic.co.uk
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