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Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Treatment

At Care Podiatry, we provide focused care for Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), a condition caused by reduced blood flow to the legs and feet. It can lead to pain while walking, slow-healing wounds, and an increased risk of complications if left untreated. We evaluate your circulation, symptoms, and overall vascular health to understand the severity of the condition. Treatment improves blood flow, manages symptoms, and reduces the risk of further issues, helping you maintain mobility and protect your long-term foot and leg health.

What Causes PAD Condition

Atherosclerosis is the main cause of PAD. It is the most common condition, where fatty plaques build up inside the arteries. Those can restrict the blood flow. However, less common causes are:

  • Limb injuries
  • Blood vessels inflammation
  • Rare vascular conditions
  • Exposure to radiation

What Are Its Risk Factors

  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Diabetes
  • Smoking
  • Obesity
  • Family history of cardiovascular disease

What Are The Symptoms of Peripheral Arterial Disease?

  • Pain or cramping in the legs
  • Leg fatigue or weakness
  • Coldness or numbness in the feet or legs
  • Pain that improves with rest
  • Slow-healing wounds
  • Reduced hair growth
  • Changes in skin colour
  • Weak pulses in the feet

Why PAD Matters for Foot Health

If there is poor circulation in the feet, it can make even minor injuries slow to heal. It increases the risk of:

  • Infections
  • Tissue damage
  • Amputation in severe cases
  • Foot ulcers

How Peripheral Arterial Diseases Are Diagnosed

PAD is diagnosed with clinical examination and vascular testing. Our podiatrists at Care Podiatry perform:

  • Physical examination of your feet’s pulses
  • Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) to compare blood pressure in the ankle and arm
  • Check up of nails, skin, and wound healing
  • Ultrasound or vascular imaging tests

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When to See a Podiatrist

You need to see a podiatrist if you experience symptoms that can indicate poor circulation in the legs or feet. For example, leg pain can occur when blocked arteries are not able to deliver enough oxygen-rich blood to the leg muscles. 

Another warning sign is foot wounds that do not heal properly, as reduced blood flow can slow down the body’s natural healing process and increase the risk of infection. Cold, numb, or pale feet show that tissues are not receiving enough blood. Getting medical help early allows the condition to be diagnosed and managed quickly. It prevents serious complications and protects overall foot health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a PAD curable?

The condition has no cure. However, the treatment can reduce the risk of developing other types of cardiovascular diseases. 

PAD can lead to limb loss. Most people with PAD don’t lose a limb. The foot specialists do everything to avoid it. However, if there is severe tissue damage or your life is at risk, you may need surgery to remove your toe, foot, or a part of your leg.

It is mostly common among patients older than 50 years of age. Its occurrence in younger age is very rare.