Veinlite is a popular technology for imaging and mapping varicose veins prior to treatment. Veinlite allows superficial veins to be visualized with unprecedented clarity. Its 150 watt halogen light and side-transillumination method allow for uniform transillumination of the skin anywhere on the body. Veinlite assessment eliminates guesswork by securing the vein in place, and it stretches the skin to allow a needle to be inserted with greater precision.

After you complete your medical questionnaire and consultation, Dr. Stevens will assess your veins while you are in either a supine or standing position. A special imaging device that consists of a halogen light source, high quality fiber optic cable, and patented ring illuminator will be directed to the skin. The device is directed at a specific angle, creating a virtual light source under the skin that illuminates the area within the ring. Using Veinlite assessment, a network of varicose veins can be thoroughly examined.

Veinlite assessment is used to assess spider veins, telangiectasia, and reticular veins, which are small veins that lie 3 to 5mm beyond the surface of the skin. Although they are not visible to the naked eye, reticular veins often feed small superficial veins. By using a Veinlite assessment to find and inject reticular veins, Dr. Stevens can reduce the total number of sclerotherapy injections required during treatment.