Can I have laser spider vein treatments on my legs if I have metal plates and screws in my ankle?

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I had laser treatments in that past with ND YAG laser and was very happy with the results. Problem is I broke my ankle and had metal plates and screws put in. Not sure if I can still have the procedure

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

The depth of a laser treatment for spider veins would only reach to the level of the skin and not deeper, so the procedure would not affect metal plates on the bones under the skin.  So, it would be okay for you to have a laser treatment of spider veins on your legs with metal plates and screws in your ankle.

John Landi, MD · Answer

There is no contraindication to you having laser or sclerotherapy to the spider veins in your legs if you have metal plates and screws in your ankle.

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