Tag Archive: peripheral artery disease
National PAD Awareness Month: Know the Signs of Peripheral Artery Disease
September is National Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of a vascular condition that can affect mobility, comfort, and circulation in the legs and feet. PAD can be easy to overlook because its symptoms often resemble other common problems. Leg cramping may seem like overexertion, numbness may be blamed on neuropathy, […]
How UVVC Treats Peripheral Artery Disease Without Open Surgery
Peripheral Artery Disease, often called PAD, occurs when fatty deposits build up inside the artery walls and limit blood flow. This buildup is known as atherosclerosis. PAD most commonly affects the legs, but the condition can also impact arteries that supply the arms, stomach, and head. Patients may experience symptoms such as leg pain with […]
How Cold Weather Affects Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
If you’re living with peripheral artery disease (PAD), winter can bring more than just colder temperatures, it can increase discomfort, worsen leg symptoms, and make daily activities feel more challenging. PAD already limits blood flow to the legs due to narrowed arteries, and cold weather places additional strain on a vascular system that’s already working […]