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The narrowed arteries cannot supply enough blood.<\/p><p>There are four common stages of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD):<\/p><ol><li>Artery narrowing without symptoms<\/li><li>Claudication: Pain with walking or with daily activities (claudication)<\/li><li>Pain at rest<\/li><li>Tissue loss such as ulcers and gangrene.<\/li><\/ol>\n     \n    \n     \n    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"uc_ac_box \">\n  <div class=\"uc-heading uc_trigger\">\n    \n        <div class=\"ue_icon_holder\">\n      <div class=\"ue_icon\"><i class='icon icon-arrow-right-circle'><\/i><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_icon_spacing\"><\/div>\n        \n    <div class=\"ue_title\">Causes of Peripheral Artery Disease PAD:<\/div>\n    \n    \n        <div class=\"ue_expand_spacing\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_expand\">\n      <div class=\"ue_expand_inside\">\n      <span class=\"uc_dactive bbb ue_accordion_icon\" ><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <span class=\"uc_active bbb ue_accordion_icon\"><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n  <\/div>\n  <!-- end of heading -->\n  \n  \n  <div class=\"uc_content\" >\n          <ol class=\"pad\"><li><p>The people who are at Risk for PAD may suffer from high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, smoking, and a family history of vascular disease. It's important to manage these risk factors and maintain a healthy lifestyle to prevent or slow the progression of PAD<strong>.<\/strong><\/p><\/li><\/ol>\n     \n    \n     \n    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"uc_ac_box \">\n  <div class=\"uc-heading uc_trigger\">\n    \n        <div class=\"ue_icon_holder\">\n      <div class=\"ue_icon\"><i class='icon icon-arrow-right-circle'><\/i><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_icon_spacing\"><\/div>\n        \n    <div class=\"ue_title\">Who are at risk for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)?<\/div>\n    \n    \n        <div class=\"ue_expand_spacing\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_expand\">\n      <div class=\"ue_expand_inside\">\n      <span class=\"uc_dactive bbb ue_accordion_icon\" ><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <span class=\"uc_active bbb ue_accordion_icon\"><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n  <\/div>\n  <!-- end of heading -->\n  \n  \n  <div class=\"uc_content\" >\n          <p>Individuals at risk for Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) typically include those with the following conditions:<\/p><ul><li>Atherosclerosis or buildup of cholesterol in the arteries.<\/li><li>High blood pressure and high cholesterol levels<\/li><li>Diabetes, which can contribute to blood vessel damage<\/li><li>Obesity, which is linked to many vascular issues<\/li><li>Older age, as the risk increases with advancing age<\/li><li>Family history of PAD, heart disease, or other vascular diseases<\/li><li>Smoking, which damages blood vessels and affects circulation.<\/li><\/ul>\n     \n    \n     \n    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"uc_ac_box \">\n  <div class=\"uc-heading uc_trigger\">\n    \n        <div class=\"ue_icon_holder\">\n      <div class=\"ue_icon\"><i class='icon icon-arrow-right-circle'><\/i><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_icon_spacing\"><\/div>\n        \n    <div class=\"ue_title\">Symptoms of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD):<\/div>\n    \n    \n        <div class=\"ue_expand_spacing\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_expand\">\n      <div class=\"ue_expand_inside\">\n      <span class=\"uc_dactive bbb ue_accordion_icon\" ><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <span class=\"uc_active bbb ue_accordion_icon\"><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n  <\/div>\n  <!-- end of heading -->\n  \n  \n  <div class=\"uc_content\" >\n          <p>The symptoms of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) in the legs can range from mild to severe, and some individuals may not experience any symptoms at all.<\/p>\n     \n    \n     \n    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"uc_ac_box \">\n  <div class=\"uc-heading uc_trigger\">\n    \n        <div class=\"ue_icon_holder\">\n      <div class=\"ue_icon\"><i class='icon icon-arrow-right-circle'><\/i><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_icon_spacing\"><\/div>\n        \n    <div class=\"ue_title\">However, when symptoms of Peripheral Disease occur, they may include:<\/div>\n    \n    \n        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foot: <\/strong>This may occur particularly when compared with the other side<\/li><li><strong> Sores on the legs, feet, or toes: <\/strong>These sores may not heal or take a very long time to heal<\/li><li><strong> Change in color of the legs: <\/strong>The skin may appear pale or bluish<\/li><li><strong> Hair loss or slower hair growth: <\/strong>Growth of hair can slow down or end completely and it can occur on the legs and feet<\/li><li><strong> Slower growth of toenails: <\/strong>Toenails may grow more slowly than usual taking longer than usual<\/li><li><strong> Shiny skin on the legs: <\/strong>The skin may appear shiny or tight on your legs like fish scales<\/li><li><strong> Weak or absent pulses in the legs or feet: <\/strong>The pulses may be difficult to feel or completely absent in your legs.<\/li><\/ul>\n     \n    \n     \n    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"uc_ac_box \">\n  <div class=\"uc-heading uc_trigger\">\n    \n        <div class=\"ue_icon_holder\">\n      <div class=\"ue_icon\"><i class='jki jki-arrow-right-circle-line'><\/i><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_icon_spacing\"><\/div>\n        \n    <div class=\"ue_title\">Diagnosis of Peripheral Artery Disease PAD:<\/div>\n    \n    \n        <div class=\"ue_expand_spacing\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_expand\">\n      <div class=\"ue_expand_inside\">\n      <span class=\"uc_dactive bbb ue_accordion_icon\" ><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <span class=\"uc_active bbb ue_accordion_icon\"><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n  <\/div>\n  <!-- end of heading -->\n  \n  \n  <div class=\"uc_content\" >\n          <div id=\"sclerotherapy\" class=\"contentBox\"><p>For individuals suspected of having Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), a thorough evaluation by a certified vascular specialist is imperative. This specialist will conduct basic noninvasive tests, such as the Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) and Ultrasound, to not only diagnose PAD but also find out the severity of the condition.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>The ABI test is a simple, reliable means for diagnosing PAD. It compares the blood pressure readings in the patient's ankle with those in the arm. Discrepancies between these readings can indicate the presence of PAD. Ultrasound imaging, on the other hand, provides a visual assessment of blood flow in the arteries and can pinpoint areas where the arteries may be narrowed or blocked.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>In cases of early PAD, where symptoms of Peripheral Disease (PAD) might include claudication\u2014pain in the legs during exercise which subsides with rest.<\/p><\/div>\n     \n    \n     \n    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"uc_ac_box \">\n  <div class=\"uc-heading uc_trigger\">\n    \n        <div class=\"ue_icon_holder\">\n      <div class=\"ue_icon\"><i class='jki jki-arrow-right-circle-line'><\/i><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_icon_spacing\"><\/div>\n        \n    <div class=\"ue_title\">Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Treatment and Therapy:<\/div>\n    \n    \n        <div class=\"ue_expand_spacing\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_expand\">\n      <div class=\"ue_expand_inside\">\n      <span class=\"uc_dactive bbb ue_accordion_icon\" ><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <span class=\"uc_active bbb ue_accordion_icon\"><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n  <\/div>\n  <!-- end of heading -->\n  \n  \n  <div class=\"uc_content\" >\n          <div id=\"sclerotherapy\" class=\"contentBox\"><p>The Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Treatment often begins conservatively. Anti-platelet medications are commonly prescribed to prevent blood clots, a complication that can exacerbate Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). These medications help in making the blood less sticky, thereby reducing the risk of clots that can further narrow the arteries.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>Supervised exercise therapy is another cornerstone of early Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) treatment. A structured exercise program, often involving walking until the point of discomfort, can improve symptoms significantly. The goal is to increase the distance a patient can walk pain-free over time. This type of therapy has been shown to enhance mobility and quality of life, as well as increase the distance patients can walk without pain.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>For more advanced cases of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), additional medical interventions may be necessary, including medications to manage risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol, or procedures such as angioplasty or bypass surgery to restore adequate blood flow to the affected limbs.<\/p><p>The treatment of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is multifaceted and aims to manage symptoms and prevent the progression of the condition.<\/p><\/div>\n     \n    \n     \n    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"uc_ac_box \">\n  <div class=\"uc-heading uc_trigger\">\n    \n        <div class=\"ue_icon_holder\">\n      <div class=\"ue_icon\"><i class='jki jki-arrow-right-circle-line'><\/i><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_icon_spacing\"><\/div>\n        \n    <div class=\"ue_title\">Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease (Pad) In the Elderly:  <\/div>\n    \n    \n        <div class=\"ue_expand_spacing\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_expand\">\n      <div class=\"ue_expand_inside\">\n      <span class=\"uc_dactive bbb ue_accordion_icon\" ><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <span class=\"uc_active bbb ue_accordion_icon\"><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n  <\/div>\n  <!-- end of heading -->\n  \n  \n  <div class=\"uc_content\" >\n          <div id=\"sclerotherapy\" class=\"contentBox\"><p>The treatment of Peripheral Arterial disease (PAD) in elderly patients is done through managing the symptoms and preventing the condition.<\/p><p>Timely treatment of Peripheral Arterial disease (PAD) in the elderly is crucial for several reasons.<\/p><p>As the disease progresses it worsens over time, leading to the narrowing and blocking of arteries. Without treatment, Peripheral Arterial disease (PAD) can lead to serious complications such as critical limb ischemia, where the blood flow to the limb is severely reduced causing tissue death or leading to amputation in elderly patients.<\/p><p>Peripheral Arterial disease (PAD) is also associated with higher heart attack and stroke risks in the elderly.<\/p><\/div>\n     \n    \n     \n    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"uc_ac_box \">\n  <div class=\"uc-heading uc_trigger\">\n    \n        <div class=\"ue_icon_holder\">\n      <div class=\"ue_icon\"><i class='jki jki-arrow-right-circle-line'><\/i><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_icon_spacing\"><\/div>\n        \n    <div class=\"ue_title\">Here's a comprehensive approach to Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) treatment:<\/div>\n    \n    \n        <div class=\"ue_expand_spacing\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"ue_expand\">\n      <div class=\"ue_expand_inside\">\n      <span class=\"uc_dactive bbb ue_accordion_icon\" ><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <span class=\"uc_active bbb ue_accordion_icon\"><i class=''><\/i><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n  <\/div>\n  <!-- end of heading -->\n  \n  \n  <div class=\"uc_content\" >\n          <div id=\"sclerotherapy\" class=\"contentBox\"><ul><li><strong> <u>Lifestyle Changes<\/u>: <\/strong>These are foundational to Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) treatment and include quitting smoking, adopting a healthy diet, and engaging in regular physical activity<\/li><li><strong> <u>Medications:<\/u> <\/strong>Various medications may be prescribed to address symptoms and risk factors<strong>. <\/strong><\/li><li><strong> <u>Supervised Exercise Therapy (SET):<\/u> <\/strong>A structured exercise program can significantly alleviate symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)<\/li><li><strong><u> Procedures and Surgeries:<\/u> <\/strong>In more severe cases, procedures such as angioplasty or bypass surgery may be necessary to improve blood flow.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Specialists involved in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) include vascular medicine specialists, cardiologists, and podologists, who can provide expert care tailored to the individual's needs<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>Patients must maintain regular follow-ups with their vascular specialist to monitor the progression of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and adjust treatment plans as needed. Lifestyle modifications, such as smoking cessation, healthy eating, and weight management, are also recommended to support overall vascular health and mitigate the impact of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>If you or someone you know is exhibiting symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), it's essential to seek medical attention immediately. Early intervention can lead to better management of the disease and prevent serious complications.<\/p><\/div>\n     \n    \n     \n    \n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<!-- end Icon Accordion -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(PAD) Treatment in Bakersfield, CA Facebook Facebook Vimeo Youtube Icon-google-review PAD What is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)? Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a narrowing of blood vessels that supply to legs. The narrowed arteries cannot supply enough blood. 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