What do I need to know about pain?

You shouldn’t have to put up with pain in your legs because you believe it’s a normal part of getting older. Talk with a health care professional to see if your leg pain is a sign of a larger health problem, such as peripheral artery disease (PAD). PAD causes arteries in the legs to become narrow and hardened, limiting blood flow to the legs and feet.

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Peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects 20 million Americans.1 Knowing the signs and risk factors help with early detection. This may help broaden treatment options which range from non-invasive to invasive.

Make informed decisions and have open conversations with your physician and get a second opinion if amputation is recommended.

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What you should know:

  • Left untreated, PAD can lead to amputation
  • Leg pain could be caused by narrowed, hardened arteries from PAD
  • In the worst form of PAD, called critical limb ischemia (CLI), the obstructed blood flow is so bad that the pain can be intolerable20
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The good news is there are many treatment options for PAD. So don’t wait. Discuss your symptoms with your doctor now. Ask your doctor if a limb salvage program or revascularization procedures are available. If a program isn’t available or your doctor is not aware of these treatment options for PAD, you might want to consult a PAD specialist. Don’t be afraid to ask for a second opinion.