New Year Reset: Take Charge of Your Vascular Health
A new year is the perfect time to reset your health—and that includes paying attention to symptoms you may have been ignoring. One often-overlooked condition is Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), a serious but treatable circulatory problem that affects millions of people.
What Is Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)?
PAD occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries, reducing blood flow to the legs and feet. With PAD, arteries supplying blood to the legs become narrowed or blocked, which can cause pain, fatigue, and difficulty walking. Left untreated, PAD can lead to serious complications, including infections and limb loss. The good news? Early detection and treatment can make all the difference.
Early PAD Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore
PAD symptoms often start subtly and are easy to dismiss as “just getting older.” Watch for:
- Leg pain or cramping when walking that improves with rest (claudication)
- Coldness in the lower legs or feet
- Numbness, weakness, or tingling in the legs
- Slow-healing sores or wounds on the feet or toes
- Changes in skin color or hair loss on the legs
- Pain in the legs or feet while resting, especially at night
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important not to wait.
Why PAD Is Serious
PAD doesn’t just affect your legs—it’s often a sign of widespread vascular disease. Patients with PAD have a higher risk of heart attack and stroke, making early diagnosis and treatment critical for protecting your overall health.
Minimally Invasive PAD Treatment Options
There are minimally invasive treatments available to open blocked or narrowed arteries and restore circulation to the legs. These advanced procedures are performed through a small catheter and may include:
- Using a balloon to widen the artery (angioplasty)
- Placing a stent to help keep the artery open
- Using laser technology to remove plaque buildup from artery walls
These treatments restore blood flow to the leg, reduce or eliminate leg pain, promote wound healing, and significantly improve mobility and quality of life—often without the need for open surgery.
Is It Time for Your New Year Health Reset?
If leg pain, poor circulation, or slow-healing wounds are holding you back, now is the time to act. Early evaluation can prevent serious complications and help you return to an active, pain-free lifestyle.
Schedule a consultation today to find out if PAD treatment is right for you.
Call us at 516-240-1547
Visitwww.ayurinterventionalandvascularcare.com to book your appointment
This New Year, don’t ignore the signs—reset your vascular health and keep moving forward.
With care,
Dr. Sclafani
And the Team at Ayur Interventional & Vascular Care