• Having a nutritious breakfast or lunch on the day of the procedure.
• Avoid alcohol or smoking for two days pre-procedure as they may impact the healing process
• Avoid applying creams or lotion to your leg on the day of the procedure
• Refrain from shaving your legs on the day of the procedure
• Bring your thigh-high compression stockings with you – you will be required to wear them immediately following the procedure. 
• Take all of your regular medications on the day of the procedure.
• Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing.
• Ensure to arrange transportation home as you will not be able to drive following the procedure.

• Resume regular activity, but avoid strenuous exercise for 7 days (aerobics, weight-lifting, jogging..etc).
• You may return to work the following day (though patients in more physically demanding occupations prefer to take 1-2 days off work)
• You must wear your compression stockings continuously for the first 48 hours. Afterwards, you may remove them to shower, and then continue to wear them for 2 weeks during the day only (9am – 5pm; they may be removed in the evening).
• Regular walking is encouraged. Avoid long periods of standing in one place. Elevate your legs when seated.
• Avoid air travel or long-distance car rides for two weeks post-procedure.
• Some bruising, local swelling, and tenderness are normal following the procedure. You may feel a 'tightening' sensation – this may last a few days and can be relieved by walking.
• You may apply ice packs to your legs, or take an anti-inflammatory (Advil, Aleve, Motrin) to alleviate any discomfort.
• We recommend taking an anti-inflammatory daily after your treatment (ex: Naproxen 220mg twice per day, or Ibuprofen 200mg 3-4 times per day) for 7-10 days following your procedure. You may take this in addition to Tylenol in the case of ongoing pain or discomfort.

• You will be scheduled for an appointment approximately 2 weeks after the procedure. A follow-up ultrasound will be performed at that time. Additional appointments will be scheduled afterwards according to your personalized treatment plan.
• Please ensure to bring your stockings for all future appointments.

• Wear loose-fitting clothing
• Bring your compression stockings (20-30 mmHg) with you as you will need them immediately post-procedure. Please ensure to purchase them prior to your appointment, or that you are scheduled to be fitted for them on the same day of treatment.
• Avoid shaving your legs on the day of treatment
• Avoid any creams, oils, or self-tanners on the day of your treatment
• Avoid blood thinners such as Aspirin, Ibuprofen, vitamin E, and omega-3 for 5-7 days to decrease the risk of bruising
• You may eat a light meal or snack one to two hours prior to your appointment
• You may drive yourself to and from the clinic

• Bruising & discoloration – this is common after sclerotherapy, and will resolve over a few weeks. Ensure to avoid sun exposure or any tanning beds/self tanners which can cause hyperpigmentation (skin darkening) in the treated areas. Wear protective clothing and sunscreen as necessary.
  

• Small lump or knot – occasionally occurs when injecting larger veins due to trapped blood in the injected area. It is not dangerous, and may be relieved with warm compresses and an anti-inflammatory such as Naproxen (ex: Aleve or Naprosyn) or Ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin). The lump should resolve on its own or occasionally require a simple extraction in the clinic. 
• It may take up to 6 weeks for the treated veins to improve. They often look worse immediately after treatment - this normal and they should gradually improve over time.

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• Eat a light meal or snack one to two hours prior to your appointment
• Wear loose-fitting clothing
• Bring your compression stockings (20-30 mmHg) with you as you will need them immediately post-procedure. Please ensure to purchase them prior to your appointment, or that you are scheduled to be fitted for them on the same day of treatment.
• Avoid shaving your legs on the day of treatment
• Avoid any creams, oils, or self-tanners on the day of your treatment
• You may drive yourself to and from the clinic

• Avoid direct exposure to sunlight for 6-8 weeks following your laser treatment. In the case that you cannot avoid sun exposure, sunscreen (SPF 30 or greater) should be used. 
• You may apply cold packs (not frozen) to cool the area and reduce any discomfort.
• Avoid hot baths, massages, or any rubbing to the area for 4-5 days
• You may apply make-up to the area after 24 hours. However, be careful not to rub the area when removing the make-up as it may damage the skin and predispose it to infection.
• The treated area does not need to be covered, though a light dressing may be applied to avoid irritation by surrounding clothing, jewelry..etc

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• You will be scheduled for an appointment approximately 2 weeks after the procedure
• Please ensure to bring your stockings for all future appointments