What Causes Spider Veins? Small veins that appear on the legs, chest, or face are called spider veins. These thin, weblike veins are caused by issues with blood flow through the valves of your veins. When too much pressure is placed on the vein or the vein is damaged, blood can back up and pool in the vein. This causes the veins to appear more pigmented and become visible under the surface of your skin. Unlike large and bulging varicose veins that can cause soreness, itchiness, or heaviness in the legs, spider veins are often far less severe. But, while these small veins may only seem a cosmetic concern, they may also indicate the need for medical treatment. Our vein specialists can help to identify, and if necessary, treat spider veins with proven methods. Prevention Treatment What Are Some Spider Vein Prevention Methods? Age, weight, and lifestyle habits may increase one’s risk of developing spider veins. To prevent spider veins from forming, we recommend our patients maintain healthy daily practices, including engaging in non-strenuous physical activity and eating a balanced, nutritious diet. Compression socks and stockings can also improve blood flow in the lower legs and ankles by applying gentle pressure to the veins. Visiting a vein specialist aids in both the treatment and prevention of spider veins. From helping identify signs of venous insufficiency to diagnosing underlying issues, a professional in vein health can help you protect against cosmetic and health concerns. What Are Some Treatment Methods for Spider Veins? Erasing spider veins can be done quickly and simply with just a few in-office appointments. Sclerotherapy utilizes liquid injections that seal off the damaged veins. After a skilled provider injects this solution into the affected vein, blood flow will be directed into other healthy, functioning veins. The spider veins will then be absorbed into the body and vanish from the skin’s surface. Several injection treatments may be necessary to reach the desired outcome. Sclerotherapy treatments are virtually pain-free and do not require downtime following the appointment. Reach out to the Leg & Vein Center today to learn more about this procedure! Making Spider Veins a Thing of the Past For cosmetic corrections or to monitor the health of your veins, schedule a visit to the Cardiovascular Institute of the South Leg & Vein Center. Our experts diagnose and treat a variety of venous issues to help you prevent venous disease and erase surface-level concerns. Consult with our professionals to learn more about vein care, prevention, and more. Book an Appointment CIS Leg & Vein Centers operate in the following areas: Baton Rouge 8401 Picardy AvenueBaton Rouge, LA 70809 Phone (225) 308-0247 Toll-Free (225) 308-0247 Fax (225) 308-0249 Gray 191 Innovation Court, Suite AGray, LA 70359 Phone (985) 303-4100 Toll-Free (877) 846-0132 Fax (985) 303-4101 Houma 225 Dunn StreetHouma, LA 70360 Phone (985) 876-0300 Toll-Free (800) 445-9676 Fax (985) 876-4605 Jennings 422 Kade Drive, Suite 1Jennings, LA 70546 Phone (337) 388-6200 Toll-Free (844) 625-0436 Fax (337) 388-6201 Lafayette on Heymann 441 Heymann BoulevardLafayette, LA 70503 Phone (337) 289-8429 Toll-Free (877) 588-8429 Fax (337) 289-8431 Lafayette on Ambassador 2730 Ambassador Caffery ParkwayLafayette, LA 70506 Phone (337) 988-1585 Toll-Free (800) 582-2435 Fax (337) 981-4694 Meridian 4909 Great River DriveMeridian, MS 39305 Phone (601) 282-8980 Toll-Free (844) 643-6200 Fax 601-693-6561 New Iberia 500 North Lewis Street, Suite 100New Iberia, LA 70563 Phone (337) 367-5200 Toll-Free (800) 555-7604 Fax (337) 369-3074 Opelousas 1233 Wayne Gilmore Circle, Suite 450Opelousas, LA 70570 Phone (337) 942-3006 Toll-Free (800) 553-2394 Fax (337) 942-7744 Thibodaux 1320 Martin Luther King DriveThibodaux, LA 70301 Phone (985) 446-2021 Toll-Free (800) 340-7030 Fax (985) 493-3818 Westbank 1901 Manhattan Blvd, Building A, Suite 200Harvey, LA 70058 Phone (504) 354-5252 Toll-Free (833) 620-5252 Fax (504) 354-5253 Zachary 6550 Main Street, Suite 1000Zachary, LA 70791 Phone (225) 654-1559 Toll-Free (877) 654-3965 Fax (225) 654-6212