Playing Pickleball More Comfortably After Leg Pain
This patient came to United Vein & Vascular Centers in Peoria because of pain around her knees. Lily N. had difficulty bending them, making everyday movement uncomfortable.
Lily received treatment for varicose veins affecting the area around her knees. Since treatment, she has been able to walk more quickly and use the treadmill with greater comfort.
The improvement has helped Lily stay active. She now plays pickleball two to three times a week and walks regularly with greater ease.
Lily described the Peoria team as welcoming, warm, and friendly. She was pleased with her care and appreciated the gentle, efficient way her doctor performed the procedures.
Lily encourages others to have their symptoms evaluated, even if they cannot see varicose veins on the surface. Pleased with how her knees now feel, her advice is straightforward: “Just do it. Have it checked out.”
Why Her Story Matters
- Leg pain around the knees can make bending and walking more difficult
- Relief from pain can make it easier to return to activities such as walking, using a treadmill, and playing pickleball
- Vein concerns may be present even when varicose veins are not easily visible
More Patient Stories from Our Peoria Vein Clinic
See how other patients at United Vein & Vascular Centers in Peoria, AZ found relief from leg pain, swelling, heaviness, and other vein-related symptoms.
You Can Get Relief Too!
It all starts by requesting a vein screening and discussing your symptoms with a United Vein & Vascular Centers board-certified vein specialist.

