Hand Veins

Can you treat hand veins?

The answer is an emphatic YES WE CAN!

For many women, as they age they lose some of the fat just under the skin. This results in what appears to be a bulging of the hand veins.

For others, because they are naturally thin, their veins seem to stick out. “Ugly”, “Embarrassing” and “My hands make me look old” are some of the most common descriptions that we hear.

Treatments for Hand Veins

Cosmetic Phlebectomy
Sclerotherapy

Cosmetic Phlebectomy for Hand Veins

One approach that we offer is to perform a cosmetic phlebectomy, essentially making several tiny cuts and removing the veins. This has the advantage of permanent removal, and usually an excellent cosmetic result. Unlike veins in the legs, prominent hand veins are not a health risk, nor do they lead to other serious problems. That being said, treatment of these veins is considered to be cosmetic and is not covered by insurance.

Sclerotherapy for Hand Veins

Another choice would be Sclerotherapy, where we inject a liquid or foam solution into the veins to cause them to close down. Sometimes a patient will need several repeat injections, and it is possible that the veins could re-open, returning the appearance to what it was before treatment started. Unlike veins in the legs, prominent hand veins are not a health risk, nor do they lead to other serious problems. That being said, treatment of these veins is considered to be cosmetic and is not covered by insurance.

Before & After

top of hand that has visible puffy veins

top of hand that does not have visible veins

older male doctor is shaking hands with middle-aged woman

Book a Hand Vein Consultation

To request a Hand Vein consultation, fill out the form below or call us at 561-948-5560.