It’s no secret that as we get older, our bodies start to react differently to the same activities. Clutching the pages of a paperback can cause cramping in the hands. Retrieving groceries from ...

JACKSONVILLE, Florida — Leg pain and leg cramps aren’t always an orthopedic issue: Both can be signs of peripheral artery disease, or PAD, a serious blood-flow issue with implications for the heart.

Over 6.5 million Americans suffer from peripheral artery disease. Learn the warning signs of this condition that blocks blood ...

If you suffer from peripheral artery disease (PAD) or other circulation problems, you know they're not just a pain during the day. The issue can often make it hard to sleep at night, too. And that may ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- We're all familiar with fat and cholesterol buildups in heart arteries. But it can happen in the extremities, especially the legs. John Bilkins, a retired firefighter from East ...

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--September marks peripheral arterial disease (PAD) awareness month. A staggering 18 million Americans 1 suffer from this potentially life threatening disease which is ...

That nagging leg pain you brush off as age might be your body trying to tell you something much bigger. Experts say your legs ...

Skin changes associated with peripheral artery disease (PAD) include discoloration, dryness, and shiny or smooth texture. If you’re living with PAD, you may also be at a higher risk of developing foot ...

Millions of Americans have peripheral artery disease, a disorder primarily caused by fatty deposits that can narrow arteries and block blood flow to the legs. Often, the first symptom they feel is leg ...

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Outside the Lou Walker Senior Center in South DeKalb County, a group of seniors is getting a quick blood pressure check. The cuffs aren't just wrapped around their arms. They're ...

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