Educational Flyers
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Ankle-Brachial Index
The ankle-brachial index (ABI) is a simple, low-cost test for diagnosing peripheral artery disease (PAD). You can get this test in a doctor’s office or lab. The technician will measure…
PAD and Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood flow within the walls of your arteries (blood vessels that transport blood away from the heart). It is measured in millimeters of mercury, or…
PAD and Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in the walls of cells in all parts of the body. Your body needs cholesterol to perform important jobs…
PAD and Diabetes
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common disease that occurs when the arteries in the legs become narrowed or clogged with fatty deposits, or plaque. When leg arteries are clogged…
PAD and Foot Care
People who have peripheral artery disease (PAD) are more likely to have foot problems. This is because plaque narrows and blocks the arteries, which causes blood flow to slow. As a result, the…
PAD and Smoking
Smoking is a major cause of heart disease, cancer, and lung disease and the leading cause of peripheral artery disease (PAD). Studies show that smoking half a pack of cigarettes…
PAD and Walking
When you walk, your leg muscles require more oxygen from the blood than when sitting or standing. The arteries of someone with PAD, narrowed by plaque build-up from cholesterol and…
Prevent Blood Clots in Your Arteries
What is the link between blood clots and Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)? Peripheral artery disease is a common circulatory problem that occurs when your legs’ arteries (blood vessels that transport blood…
Walking and PAD
When you walk, your leg muscles need more oxygen from blood than when sitting or standing. But if you have PAD, the arteries have a hard time delivering this extra oxygen. That’s because they’re narrowed by plaque buildup from…
What is Peripheral Artery Disease?
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that affects millions of people. PAD occurs when there is a buildup of plaque, or fatty deposits, inside your arteries that carry blood to your legs and feet. Many people have…