What Is Peripheral Vascular Disease?
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) / Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a slow and progressive circulation disorder caused by the narrowing or blockage of blood vessels supplying the legs and feet. Restricted blood flow deprives tissues of oxygen, causing severe leg pain while walking, poor wound healing, and a dramatically heightened risk of gangrene in diabetic individuals.
Common Symptoms
Painful cramping in calves or thighs while walking that subsides with rest (intermittent claudication) · Coldness in lower leg or foot compared to the rest of the body · Shiny skin, leg hair loss, and slow-growing toenails · Pale or bluish skin color when leg is elevated · Non-healing sores or foot ulcers
Our Treatment Approach
Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) & arterial Doppler ultrasound evaluation → non-surgical circulation therapies & medical optimization → wound bed preparation → referral for minimally invasive endovascular procedures (angioplasty/stenting) when severe blockages are present.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is poor circulation dangerous for diabetic foot wounds?
Blood carries oxygen, nutrients, and immune cells required to fight infection and repair tissue. Without adequate blood flow, even minor scratches fail to heal and can rapidly progress to gangrene.
What is an Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) test?
ABI is a quick, non-invasive test comparing blood pressure in your ankle to blood pressure in your arm to accurately assess how well blood is flowing to your feet.
Book Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) / Poor Leg Circulation
Most patients are seen within 48 hours. A care coordinator will call you to confirm.
