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Each year, more than 150,000 amputations are performed in the US to remove toes, legs or feet affected by advanced peripheral artery disease (PAD). Modern treatment options can restore blood flow to affected limbs and reduce the risk of amputation. PAD patients are at risk of losing a leg and...
In September, we are focused on raising awareness of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). This is a condition also known as Arterial Disease or simply PAD. It affects 8 to 10 million Americans, there's more to be concerned about than just painful or tired legs, because it is a very serious condition...
Diabetes is a life-changing disease that can threaten your health in many ways, besides what it does to your blood-sugar regulation. You may already know that it can affect your vision and even lead to kidney damage or liver disease. But you may not know that diabetes can also increase your risk...
Diagnosing PAD According to the American Heart Association: The most common symptom of peripheral artery disease (PAD) in the lower extremities is a painful muscle cramping in the hips, thighs or calves when walking, climbing stairs or exercising. The pain of PAD often goes away when you stop...
Leg ulcers are no joke. As many as 1.69% of Americans experience leg ulcers at some point in their lives. Ulcers can cause significant pain and tissue damage, and they can lead to amputation. If you want to keep your legs safe, you should know about leg ulcers in detail. What are...
Around 6.5 million people aged 40 and over have peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in the US. This common circulatory problem refers to narrowed arteries that reduce blood flow to your limbs, especially your legs. Many people with PAD have no symptoms. For others, one of...
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a circulatory issue that causes narrowed or hardened arteries. If you are one of the 6.5 million people suffering from PAD, you may notice occasional pain or cramping in your lower legs, buttocks or arms. However, it could be that you have constant pain or...
Your legs are an essential part of your body. They are used every day for support and mobility. Although we may experience pain in our bodies from time to time, it seems that some of the worst pain is associated with our legs. It could be because you use them often or due to the fact, that our...
What is Arterial Disease? Arterial Disease or as its more commonly known, Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) refers to diseases of the blood vessels. These blood vessels (arteries and veins) are located outside the heart and brain. While there are many causes of arterial disease, doctors use the...
The human body is complicated. There are millions of nerves. A web of arteries, veins and cells. The complexity of the human body is not easy to decode and when the root cause of the problem is in a vein or artery then the problem can become more complicated. The flexibility of the artery starts...
A recent study shows that including more fruits and vegetables in your diet may help keep your leg arteries free of blockages. That’s good news for patients who suffer from peripheral artery disease (PAD). People with peripheral artery disease have narrowing of the leg arteries. This limits blood...
Typically, patients are referred to a vascular surgeon by their primary care physician. If you see your regular doctor for pain or swelling in your legs, a vascular surgeon could help. A vascular surgeon would test for peripheral arterial disease or other vascular diseases. Vascular surgeons treat...