Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is a serious condition that can adversely affect your feet and your entire body. At NY Foot Health, we want to share important facts about this disease and what you can do about it.
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The nerves in your feet and toes are known as peripheral nerves because of their location at the “periphery” of your body. When those nerves are damaged and don’t function properly, it’s known as neuropathy.
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Peripheral arterial disease occurs when plaque accumulates in the arteries in your legs, decreasing blood flow. Since your feet are the part of your body farthest from the heart, signs of poor circulation may first manifest in your feet.
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Symptoms in your feet may reveal secrets about the health of the rest of your body? Here are 4 issues your feet can reveal.
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Good blood flow is essential for healthy feet. When circulation reduces, you may notice your feet feel cold more often. There may also be a loss of sensation, making it more challenging to perceive pain, heat, or cold.
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PAD is the blockage or narrowing of the arteries on your legs brought about by a buildup of plaque or fatty deposits in the arteries. It results in a restriction of blood flow or what’s more commonly called “poor circulation.”
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We know that cold weather can trigger attacks for patients who have Raynaud’s. This disorder makes the skin on your toes and fingers turn bluish-white and may also result in feelings of tingling, prickliness, or numbness.
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Peripheral arterial disease is caused by fatty deposits, known as plaque, in the arteries of your legs.
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High blood pressure is associated with atherosclerosis—that’s a buildup of plaque in your blood vessels which can lead to decreased circulation. Your feet are the part of your body that’s furthest away from your heart and for this reason circulation issues can more seriously affect your lower extremities.
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Peripheral arterial disease or PAD occurs when fatty deposits known as plaque build up in your arteries causing them to harden and reduce blood flow to your legs and feet. This poor circulation most often affects arteries in the legs but can also affect other arteries that go to vital organs.
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