Why is fall the BEST season to get spider & varicose vein treatment?

1. Vein-Free Legs by Summer

Spider veins and varicose veins usually appear on the lower extremities of the body, such as the thighs, calves, and behind the knees. If you have vein problems, you might feel shy about wearing shorts and dresses that reveal your legs. That’s not a problem during the Fall or Winter seasons, but it may be an issue during warmer seasons. If you undergo vein treatments during the Fall, you can be completely vein-free by Spring and Summer.

2. Cool Weather for Optimal Healing

You need to avoid exposure to UV rays before and after spider vein treatments. Heat leads to vascular dilation, increasing blood accumulation in dysfunctional veins. UV rays can also weaken vein walls, break down collagen reserves in the skin, and disrupt the healing process, leading to skin discoloration. If you undergo vein treatments during the Fall, you don’t have to worry about direct exposure to UV rays, ensuring a smooth and optimal recovery process.

3. Perfect for Compression Stockings

You need to wear compression stockings for a few weeks after the vein treatment. These skin-tight stockings apply pressure on your veins to push accumulated blood towards the heart and prevent more blood from accumulating in leg veins. No one likes wearing compression stockings in Summer, but you can comfortably wear them underneath your clothes during the Fall, making it the perfect season for compression stockings and recovery from vein treatments.

4. Insurance Turnover

Insurance coverage often starts anew in January. If you start the vein treatment process in the Fall, the new insurance cycle may fall comfortably in time for your treatment — some patients need a few weeks of preoperative treatments. If you have a yearly cap, you can begin your vein treatment during the Fall, which can potentially reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Please contact us for free insurance verification today.