3 signs in legs that may indicate poor blood circulation, and how to fix them

Poor circulation of blood is a bigger problem than it may seem. If blood doesn’t reach the organs, the body tissues begin to ...

Heart health: That leg pain when you walk isn’t always old age; it might be peripheral artery disease (PAD)

If your legs ache, cramp, or feel tight after walking just a few blocks, and you keep blaming it on “getting older”, you ...

Vascular surgeon warns chronic leg pain and numbness can be a sign of blocked arteries, shares 6 symptoms of PAD

Chronic leg pain that eases with rest could signal Peripheral Artery Disease. Dr Kapadia stresses early detection is key to ...

7 reasons why your feet and ankles are swelling and what to do about it

Swollen feet and ankles can be a sign of conditions like liver disease, kidney disease, and deep vein thrombosis.
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Surprising signs your veins and arteries need help

The human circulatory system represents an intricate network of vessels that extends throughout the entire body. This complex arrangement of arteries, veins, and capillaries works continuously to ...

Heart disease and leg pain: Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) symptoms – when leg pain means more than just aches

Leg pain during walking could signal Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), indicating clogged arteries and increased risk of heart attack and stroke. Early detection through tests like ABI is crucial, ...

Tell-tale signs of diabetic foot — a common condition that's a leading cause of amputation

Diabetic foot is a type of nerve damage that leads to poor circulation, slower healing, and in severe cases, infections that require amputation.

Silent disease could be a ticking time bomb for your legs — beware these red flags

People “may mistake symptoms like leg fatigue or discomfort for normal signs of aging,” Jennifer Jones-McMeans, divisional vice president of global clinical affairs for Abbott’s ...
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Flip flops could be hurting vein health, doctors warn

Flip flops offer little support, which can affect circulation and lead to leg and foot problems. Signs of poor vein health include swelling, fatigue, and visible veins in the legs. Supportive footwear ...

Is your leg pain actually PAD? Watch for these warning signs

Sometimes, aches and pains get dismissed as a normal part of getting older. In the case of peripheral artery disease, or PAD, ...
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Stem cell therapy may help circulation problems in legs

Stem cell therapy may help people with circulation problems in their legs. Duke researchers are testing the safety of injecting placental stem cells in patients with peripheral arterial disease, which ...