Finding Relief From Restless Legs, Pain, and Heaviness, And Wishing She’d Started Sooner
For this patient, vein issues affected more than just how her legs looked. While the appearance of spider veins was her initial concern, she was also dealing with leg pain, restless legs, and a constant feeling of heaviness that made daily life more uncomfortable than it should have been.
Brooke S. came to United Vein & Vascular Centers – Downers Grove, where she underwent vein ablation treatment to address the underlying vein issues contributing to her symptoms.
Even early in the treatment process, she began noticing improvements. Her restless leg symptoms are nearly gone, the pain has eased, and the heaviness she once felt in her legs has significantly improved. These changes came sooner than she expected and made a noticeable difference in how her legs feel day to day.
The impact on her lifestyle has been especially meaningful. Brooke has a physically demanding job, and before treatment, her legs would feel tired much earlier in the day. Now, walking feels easier, and she has more endurance at work without the same level of fatigue, something she describes as a “big help all the way around.”
She also shared high praise for her experience with the care team. Brooke describes everyone at the Downers Grove clinic as friendly, kind, and genuinely caring. Questions were always answered, and she felt supported throughout the process. Overall, she gives the experience an “A+.”
Looking back, Brooke admits she was hesitant at first and waited longer than she should have. Now that she’s seeing the results, her advice to others is simple: don’t wait and don’t be scared. She says she wishes she had started treatment sooner and is genuinely happy she took the step when she did.
Why Her Story Matters
- Spider veins, pain, and restless legs can signal underlying vein disease
- Vein ablation can provide relief even early in the treatment process
- Improved leg comfort can make physically demanding jobs easier
- Supportive, patient-centered care helps ease hesitation and fear
