How Duplex Ultrasound Detects Blocked Arteries
After an initial screening test like an Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) confirms you may have Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), the next logical question is: “Where exactly is the blockage, and how bad is it?” Answering this requires a look inside your arteries. While that might sound invasive, modern medicine offers a powerful, painless, and radiation-free way […]
Understanding ABI/PVR Testing: The First Step in Diagnosing PAD
When you experience leg pain, cramping, or fatigue, one of the first questions a doctor should ask is, “How is your circulation?” Answering this question accurately is the key to diagnosing Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), a common but serious condition caused by blocked arteries in the legs. But how do you measure circulation? The answer […]
What Happens During a PAD Evaluation? A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re experiencing persistent leg pain, numbness, or cramping when you walk, you might be worried about what’s causing it. The thought of a medical evaluation can be intimidating, especially when you don’t know what to expect. For those concerned about Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), understanding the diagnostic process can ease anxiety and empower you […]
Why PAD Is Often Misdiagnosed—and How to Get Proper Evaluation
Leg pain, cramping, and fatigue are common complaints, often dismissed as normal signs of aging. But what if that nagging pain in your calves when you walk is a sign of a serious, progressive circulatory condition? Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) affects over 18 million Americans, yet it remains one of the most underdiagnosed and overlooked […]
PAD vs Neuropathy: How to Know What’s Causing Your Foot Pain
Foot pain is a common complaint that sends patients to their doctors every day. Whether it’s a burning sensation, numbness, cramping, or a dull ache, pain in the feet and legs can significantly impact your quality of life. However, not all foot pain stems from the same cause. Two of the most common culprits—Peripheral Arterial […]
Skin Discoloration or Slow-Healing Wounds: A Hidden Sign of Poor Circulation
You probably don’t spend much time staring at your feet. We tend to ignore our lower limbs until they hurt. But sometimes, the most dangerous warning signs of vascular disease aren’t painful at first—they are visual. Have you noticed that the skin on your legs looks shinier than usual? Perhaps the hair on your toes […]
Numbness in the Feet at Night: Could It Be PAD?
We have all experienced it: the sensation of waking up with a “dead” limb because we slept in an awkward position. You shake it out, the “pins and needles” sensation (paresthesia) floods back, and within minutes, everything is normal again. But what happens when that numbness doesn’t go away? Or worse, what if that numbness […]
What Is Claudication? Symptoms, Staging, and When to See a Doctor
It starts innocently enough. You decide to take a walk around your neighborhood or hurry to catch a bus in Manhattan. Suddenly, a cramping pain grips your calf. It feels tight, heavy, perhaps even like a charley horse. You stop, rub your leg, and wait a few minutes. The pain fades away as if it […]
Neurogenic Leg Pain vs. PAD: How to Tell the Difference
Leg pain is one of the most common complaints that bring patients into doctor’s offices across New York City. Whether it’s a dull ache, a sharp cramp, or a burning sensation, leg pain can severely impact your quality of life, making simple tasks like walking to the grocery store or climbing subway stairs a daily […]
Early Warning Signs of Peripheral Arterial Disease Most People Ignore
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is often called a “silent killer,” and for good reason. It affects more than 18 million Americans, yet millions remain undiagnosed. Many attribute the early symptoms—a slight cramp in the calf, a heaviness in the legs after walking, or just “slowing down”—to the natural aging process. However, ignoring these signs can […]