Patients tend to underestimate the severity of leg pain symptoms, often attributing them to aging, when they may indicate serious issues requiring early intervention for improved treatment outcomes. Though occasional mild leg pain is common, persistent or severe leg pain — with or without symptoms like varicose veins — requires medical attention.
These symptoms can indicate a range of circulatory conditions collectively known as peripheral vascular disease (PVD). This broad term encompasses any disorder of the blood vessels outside the heart, including issues in both your arteries (such as blockages) and your veins (such as varicose veins).
One of the most common and serious forms of PVD is peripheral artery disease (PAD), which specifically affects the arteries. PAD is a condition where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs, most commonly the legs. It’s caused by atherosclerosis, a buildup of fatty plaque accelerated by risk factors like smoking, diabetes and high blood pressure. The most common symptom is painful muscle cramping when walking (claudication), but other warning signs include:
While the best treatment for peripheral artery disease depends on the patient’s specific condition, minimally invasive treatments are considered the gold standard for many individuals. If you suffer from one or more of the symptoms of PAD, don’t wait — schedule a consultation today.
Choosing Premier Endovascular for your peripheral artery disease (PAD) treatment means opting for a modern, less invasive alternative to traditional surgery from a PAD specialist in NJ. Our specialists utilize advanced, nonsurgical procedures, such as angioplasty and stenting, to restore circulation and alleviate painful symptoms.
Performed in a comfortable outpatient setting, our treatments target the blockage directly through a tiny incision. This ensures lasting relief with significantly less pain and a much faster recovery than major surgery, allowing you to return to the things you enjoy faster.
Yes. Many PAD patients can be treated without major surgery, depending on the severity of their condition. Treatment may include lifestyle changes, medication, supervised exercise or minimally invasive procedures to improve blood flow. Premier Endovascular focuses on advanced, image-guided options that can help restore circulation while avoiding more invasive surgery whenever possible.
Severe or untreated PAD can increase the risk of non-healing wounds, infections and, in advanced cases, amputation. This risk is especially important for patients with diabetes or foot ulcers. The good news is that early diagnosis and treatment can help improve circulation, support wound healing and reduce the risk of serious complications.
You should consider seeing a vascular specialist if you have leg pain when walking, numbness, weakness, cold feet, color changes in your legs or feet, or a wound that is not healing. These symptoms may be signs of poor circulation. A vascular evaluation can help identify the cause and determine whether treatment is needed to protect your long-term health.
Leg swelling can have many causes, including vein disease, poor circulation, lymphedema, injury, medication side effects or heart, kidney or liver conditions. If your swelling is ongoing, affects one leg more than the other, or comes with pain, heaviness, skin changes or visible varicose veins, a vascular specialist can help evaluate whether a circulation issue is involved.
A vascular evaluation can help identify the cause of leg swelling and guide the right treatment plan.
Peripheral artery disease is a serious condition that requires medical attention as early as possible. If you are dealing with symptoms of PAD, Premier Endovascular is here to help. Customized treatment is just a call away — contact us today to schedule your consultation.