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Older couple hiking in snowy mountains, illustrating the impact of cold weather on circulation and peripheral artery disease (PAD).
December 8, 2025

How Cold Weather Affects Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

United Vein & Vascular Centers®

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 […]

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