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Poor circulation? Do not ignore leg pain!
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is caused by a blockage or
narrowing of the arteries in the legs when fatty deposits, called
plaque, build up. This plaque causes the arteries to harden and
narrow, called atherosclerosis, which results in a reduction of
blood flow to the legs and feet – commonly referred to as
‘poor circulation’. PAD occurs most often in the arteries in the
legs, which is why early signs and symptoms often occur on your
feet and legs.
When blood is not flowing properly throughout the body,
something as simple as walking or climbing a flight of stairs can
become difficult and cause fatigue. Smoking, high cholesterol,
high blood pressure, physical inactivity, obesity and Diabetes
increase the risk of PAD.
Symptoms of PAD may include fatigue (tiredness or pain in the
legs, thighs or buttocks), foot or toe pain, and skin wounds or
ulcers on the feet.
PAD can be treated with lifestyle changes, medicines, and
surgical procedures if it becomes severe. Treatments may
include programs to stop smoking, and/or medication to control
high blood pressure and lower cholesterol. Strict blood sugar
control is also needed for Diabetics.
Exercise is extremely important for better blood circulation:
Walking, swimming, or any type of movement for at least
20-minutes a day is beneficial to increase circulation in the legs
and the entire body. Exercise itself can help to lower blood
pressure and high blood sugar in Diabetics.
A healthy diet will also lower cholesterol and prevent high
blood sugar levels. Speak with your medical doctor or
nutritionist to ensure you are not eating things that can increase
your risk for PAD.
Do not ignore leg pain! Discuss any leg or thigh pain with your
Chiropodist or medical doctor, since it could be a warning sign
of a more serious disease such as PAD. With early detection we
can often treat risk factors to slow the progression of the
disease and decrease the chances of heart attack and stroke.
BURLINGTON FOOT CLINIC
Burlington Professional Centre
3155 Harvester Rd., Suite 103
905-333-8555
As always, no doctor referral
is necessary - call us!
Foot Care &
Orthotic Centre
Physiotherapy
Chiropractic
Relieve joint and muscle pain Restore and maintain functional
movement and pain relief
Sports Injury
Rehabilitation One-on-one water based,
assisted by our professionals
BURLINGTON REHAB CENTRE
Inside Cedar Springs Health Club
960 Cumberland Avenue
905-635-5711
www.omnifoot.com
Acupuncture
Relieve pain, improve sleep,
digestion and more
Aqua-Therapy
MILTON
OMNI Health and Rehab Centre
310 Main Street E., Suite 108
905-876-8885
www.omniclinic.ca