Thread & Spider Veins

Spider veins – also called thread veins, broken blood vessels, broken veins and capillary veins –are small red, blue or purple veins that usually appear near the surface of the skin on the thighs, calves and ankles but can also appear on the face.

The Private Clinic is a UK centre of excellence for the minimally invasive treatment of veins. Whether you suffer from varicose veins, facial veins, spider veins or leg thread veins, we provide the highest standard of clinical care and the latest technology. Our expert thread vein specialists will ensure you achieve the best vein treatment with little to no downtime.

Thread Vein treatment is available at our clinics in London, Birmingham, and Northampton.

Where do thread veins appear?

Spider Veins (also known as Thread Veins, Broken blood vessels) are smaller veins compared to varicose veins. They are often red or blue veins and sit closer to the surface of the skin than varicose veins. They usually appear on the thighs and ankles and can pose a health risk. Broken vein treatment is available in many of our clinics across the UK.

Facial Thread Veins generally appear on the nose, chin or cheek area and often occur in Rosacea. They are easily treated.

Under eye veins also known as periorbital veins are a common cosmetic concern. Veins under the eye are superficial veins which start at the bridge of the nose and run below or above the eye to join venous branches on the forehead and scalp. Everyone has these veins but they can be more prominent, particularly in patients with fair or thin skin. Blue vein under-eye removal treatment is available at our clinic in London, UK.

At The Private Clinic, we have pioneered a state-of-the-art laser treatment for the removal of veins from hands and arms. We were the first clinic to perform this procedure in the UK.

Thread Vein Treatment with Cutera CoolGlide

Thread Vein Patient Review

“I had clusters of spider veins on both legs, which required an initial consultation, followed by three microsclerotherapy treatment sessions, with follow-up appointments to check progress. Mr Rittoo the Consultant Vascular Surgeon was professional, courteous and kind, advising me at all times of what to expect and what I needed to do in between the appointments to ensure a successful result. The staff were also very friendly and put me at ease. I would recommend Mr Rittoo to anyone requiring this treatment, based on my personal experience. I am very happy with the result, which is fantastic. I just wish I had done this 20 years ago.”

– Pamela, Sclerotherapy Patient

Can thread veins be the result of an underlying varicose vein issue?

Although most people seek thread vein removal treatment for cosmetic reasons, research has shown that the majority of people with leg thread veins could have underlying vein problems. They could be minor or major varicose veins, which are often not visible from the surface but can be found with an ultrasound scan of the legs. They can cause aching, itchiness, a feeling of heaviness in the leg and night cramps. If a patient were to have underlying varicose veins, we would provide a treatment plan to help you treat them before addressing any residual spider veins.

Varicose veins are the blue or purplish enlarged veins you see on a person’s leg, most often on the backs of the calves or the inside of the legs. If varicose veins are severe, they can rupture or form ulcers on the skin. They can require immediate attention.

Our experience and latest technology mean that your veins will be treated effectively in no time at all. Book a consultation today.

thread & spider veins treatment is Available in these Clinics

London Harley Street

Birmingham

Northampton