Who Can Perform Sclerotherapy in the UK?

Sclerotherapy is a popular minimally-invasive procedure here in the UK (and worldwide, for that matter), used to treat spider veins and varicose veins. It involves injecting a special solution, called a sclerosing agent, directly into the affected vein, causing it to collapse and eventually be absorbed by the body. 

This treatment not only improves the appearance of the veins, but it also reduces discomfort and pain that these veins can cause the individual.

Here in the UK, sclerotherapy can be performed by qualified and trained healthcare professionals who have expertise and training in vein treatments. These professionals may be vascular surgeons, doctors, nurses and aesthetic practitioners with medical training.                                                                                               

The British Association of Sclerotherapists (BAS) is the only professional organisation in the United Kingdom dedicated to raising standards and promoting best practice and education in foam sclerotherapy and microsclerotherapy.

Is Sclerotherapy​ In Demand in the UK?

The simple answer to this is - yes! And growing…

The global sclerotherapy market size was estimated at 1.15 billion USD in 2024 and is projected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 4.4% from 2025 to 2030. 

The increasing prevalence of venous diseases, such as varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency, which affect up to 40% of the adult population, is what’s driving the market. 

More and more patients are seeking effective and minimally invasive treatment options that help medical symptoms and improve cosmetic appearance.

With benefits such as reduced recovery times, lower risks of procedure complications, and little scarring compared to traditional surgical methods, more patients are opting for sclerotherapy as their choice of minimally invasive procedure.

More and more patients are seeking effective and minimally invasive treatment options that help medical symptoms and improve cosmetic appearance.

Learn more about the benefits of sclerotherapy, here.

The Benefits of Training in Sclerotherapy​

Here are the top five ways sclerotherapy training courses can enhance your medical practice or career: 

1. You Can Expand Your Scope & Offer More Treatments

As with any service business, the more things you learn and train in, the more you can offer.

Training in sclerotherapy will allow you to significantly broaden the range of treatments you can offer at your practice, making your business more versatile and appealing to a wider patient base. 

Additionally, offering sclerotherapy into your services enhances your ability to treat vein-related conditions comprehensively, creating more opportunities for patient retention and referrals. It’s a win-win! 

Sclerotherapy Training at YouCan Clinic

If you’re an aesthetic practitioner looking to expand your skill set, adding sclerotherapy to your services can be a valuable way to meet growing demands and offer clients high-quality treatments. 

At You Can Clinic, our Sclerotherapy course focuses on micro sclerotherapy, providing in-depth knowledge on treatment effectiveness, potential side effects, and the anatomy and physiology relevant to the procedure. 

Give us a call on +44 (0)2921 678747 to find out more about our courses, or send us an email at courses@youcanclinic.com.

2. Increased Revenue

Naturally, the more services you offer, the more revenue potential you can make. And as the demand for vein treatments continues to rise, you can position yourself to capitalise on a growing market.

Another benefit is that sclerotherapy, most of the time, requires additional follow-up sessions, creating an opportunity for repeat business, which is all beneficial in terms of revenue.

Talking of money, sclerotherapy is also a cost-effective treatment for practitioners, as it pretty much requires minimal equipment and offers a high return on investment. Patients who suffer with these veins are often willing to pay out-of-pocket for this procedure, especially in cases where it is performed for cosmetic purposes and not offered by the NHS.

3. It’s a Rewarding Cosmetic Procedure to Offer

Moving away from the financial benefits of training in this procedure, being able to perform sclerotherapy is an emotionally rewarding experience because it allows you to make a real difference in your patients’ lives.

With up to 40% of the adult population living with varicose veins, you have the opportunity to help a significant number of people feel more confident and comfortable in their own skin. 

Many patients struggle with discomfort, self-consciousness, or even pain due to vein issues, and by offering sclerotherapy, you’re providing them with a solution that can improve both their physical and emotional well-being.

4. Increased Recognition in the Cosmetic Industry

The last benefit of training in sclerotherapy is the fact that it can position you as a skilled and specialised practitioner in a growing field.

As we’ve touched on further up in the blog, sclerotherapy is widely used in aesthetic medicine for treating varicose and spider veins, and offering this procedure will make you stand out among other healthcare professionals as it’s a highly sought-after treatment

As more and more people look for non-invasive solutions to vein issues, being able to perform sclerotherapy will naturally place you as a go-to professional. 

What Does Sclerotherapy​ Training Involve?

In the UK, Sclerotherapy training typically involves both theoretical and practical components, aimed at equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to perform the procedure safely and effectively on their clients.

At YouCan Clinic, our Micro-Sclerotherapy course covers:

• Anatomy & physiology

• What is micro-sclerotherapy and how does it work

• The history of sclerotherapy

• Treatment effectiveness and the science behind it

• Contra-indications

• Side effects

• Complications

• Live demo and live models

Located in state-of-the-art facilities in Cardiff and Bristol, our sclerotherapy course focuses on micro sclerotherapy, providing in-depth knowledge on treatment effectiveness, potential side effects, and the anatomy and physiology relevant to the procedure.

It also includes a live demonstration with real models, helping you improve your skills and deliver this treatment with confidence.

That’s not all! We also offer other aesthetic training courses such as Botox training, dermal filler training, PDO COG thread training and microneedling/dermaplaning training, so whatever you’re looking to expand your knowledge in, we’ve got you covered.

If you have any questions about any of our courses, please feel free to give us a call on +44 (0)2921 678747.

For more tips and insights, check out our aesthetics blog, covering topics like ‘What Does Sclerotherapy Do?’, ‘What is a PDO COG Lift?’ and ‘How to Start a Botox Business as a Nurse Practitioner in the UK’.