{"id":1374,"date":"2024-09-24T15:11:54","date_gmt":"2024-09-24T22:11:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.empirevein.com\/?page_id=1374"},"modified":"2025-05-30T03:31:01","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T10:31:01","slug":"peripheral-artery-disease","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/empirevein.com\/en\/vascular-services\/peripheral-artery-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"Peripheral Artery Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that restricts blood flow to the legs, causing pain and mobility issues. This circulatory problem occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries, narrowing or blocking them and reducing blood flow to the limbs, primarily affecting the legs. In the United States, PAD affects more than eight million people. <\/em>Early treatment is crucial, as PAD can significantly impact quality of life and lead to severe complications if left untreated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is Peripheral Artery Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

PAD is a form of peripheral vascular disease (PVD) that develops when plaque builds up in the arteries of the legs, restricting circulation and increasing the risk of pain, slow-healing wounds, and mobility loss. As the disease progresses, limited blood flow prevents the leg tissues from receiving enough oxygen, making it difficult for the body to meet its demands during physical activity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Who Is at Risk?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Risk factors for PAD include:<\/p>\n\n\n