| David’s active lifestyle was disrupted by chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), leaving his legs feeling heavy, swollen, and fatigued. Simple activities became a struggle, and his world began to shrink. Seeking answers, David turned to Dr. Pinsinski at Artemis in Westminster, CO, where he was diagnosed with CVI and began a personalized treatment plan. Through venous ablation, compression therapy, and lifestyle adjustments, David found relief from his symptoms and regained his energy, mobility, and confidence. Today, he’s back to enjoying life with lighter, healthier legs. |
David’s legs had always been strong. A retired construction worker, he was used to long hours of lifting, climbing, and staying on his feet. But over the years, his legs began to feel different—heavier, achier, and more fatigued. What started as mild discomfort after a long day soon became a constant burden, leaving David wondering what had gone wrong.
“It felt like I was dragging weights around,” David recalls. “By the time I’d get home, my legs would be so swollen and tired that all I could do was sit down and hope the feeling would pass.”
The changes weren’t just physical; they began to chip away at David’s independence and confidence. Activities he once enjoyed—walking with his wife, working on home projects, or playing with his grandkids—became harder and less frequent.
“It got to the point where I stopped making plans because I didn’t know if my legs would cooperate,” David says.
After months of enduring the discomfort, David decided it was time to find a solution. That’s when he turned to Dr. Pinsinski at Artemis in Westminster, CO.
At his first appointment, David learned that his symptoms were caused by chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a condition where the valves in the veins of the legs aren’t functioning properly, leading to poor circulation.
“Dr. Pinsinski explained it so clearly,” David says. “The blood wasn’t flowing back to my heart the way it should, and that’s why my legs felt so heavy and swollen all the time.”
Chronic venous insufficiency is a common condition, especially in individuals who’ve spent years standing or lifting as part of their job. Left untreated, it can lead to more serious complications, like skin changes or ulcers.
“Knowing what was wrong made a big difference,” David explains. “I finally had a name for what I was dealing with—and a way to fix it.”
For David, the heaviness in his legs wasn’t just physical—it affected his mental and emotional well-being too.
“Imagine trying to go about your day with this constant weight pulling you down,” David shares. “It’s exhausting. It wasn’t just hard to walk or stand; it made me feel older and weaker than I actually was.”
David began to notice how much his condition influenced his decisions. Trips to the store were timed carefully to avoid long walks, and family outings were planned around how far he could comfortably move.
“It felt like my world was getting smaller,” David says. “I didn’t realize how much I was saying no to until I looked back and saw how much life I’d been missing out on.”
This realization strengthened his resolve to follow through with treatment. “I didn’t want this to be my life,” he says. “I wanted to feel like myself again.”
Dr. Pinsinski designed a personalized vein treatment plan for David to improve circulation, reduce swelling, and relieve the discomfort that had been holding him back. The plan included:
“Everything about the plan felt doable,” David says. “It wasn’t just about treating the condition—it was about helping me get back to the life I wanted to live.”
David started with venous ablation, a quick outpatient procedure that uses heat to close off the affected veins.
“I was amazed at how simple it was,” he says. “I didn’t feel much during the procedure, and I was back on my feet the next day.”
With compression therapy and lifestyle adjustments, David noticed steady improvement over the following weeks. The swelling in his legs reduced, the heaviness lifted, and he regained energy he hadn’t felt in years.
“The first time I went for a walk without feeling like I was dragging my legs, I almost teared up,” David says. “It felt like a part of me had been given back.”
As David’s treatment progressed, he began to rediscover the activities and moments he’d been missing. Simple joys, like taking his grandkids to the park or walking hand-in-hand with his wife, no longer felt out of reach.
“The thing I didn’t realize about chronic venous insufficiency is how much it steals from you,” David reflects. “It’s not just your physical strength—it’s your sense of freedom. Getting that back has been the best gift I could have asked for.”
David also noticed an improvement in his overall outlook. “Feeling good physically changes
FAQ
3.What is venous ablation, and how does it help CVI? Venous ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat or adhesive to close damaged veins, redirecting blood flow to healthier veins. This improves circulation, relieves symptoms, and helps prevent complications like ulcers.
