Peripheral artery disease (also called peripheral arterial disease) is a common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs.
When you develop peripheral artery disease (PAD), your legs or arms — usually your legs — don’t receive enough blood flow to keep up with demand. This may cause symptoms, such as leg pain when walking (claudication).
Peripheral artery disease is also likely to be a sign of a buildup of fatty deposits in your arteries (atherosclerosis). This condition may narrow your arteries and reduce blood flow to your legs and, occasionally, your arms.
A risk factor for PAD is diabetes so it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. You often can successfully treat peripheral artery disease by exercising, eating a healthy diet and quitting tobacco in any form. Compression stockings may be beneficial in those with PAD to help improve circulation.
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