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Facts about Peripheral Arterial Disease (P.A.D.)

Also available in: Spanish 

Peripheral arterial disease, or P.A.D., develops when your arteries become clogged with plaque—fatty deposits that limit blood flow to your legs. Just like clogged arteries in the heart, clogged arter... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health

Facts about Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) for African Americans

One in every 20 Americans over the age of 50 has peripheral arterial disease, or P.A.D., a condition that raises the risk for heart attack and stroke. P.A.D. is more common in African Americans than ... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health

Leg Problems  External Link

This flow chart tells you what symptoms of pain, swelling or lumps in the front or back of your lower leg may mean and whether you should provide self-care or seek professional help.... Details >

American Academy of Family Physicians  External Link

Lumbar Spinal Canal Stenosis: A Common Cause of Back and Leg Pain  External Link

A general overview on lumbar spinal canal stenosis that includes a definition of the disorder, diagnosis and treatment.... Details >

American Academy of Family Physicians  External Link

Stay in Circulation: Steps to take to learn about Peripheral Arterial Disease (P.A.D.)

Also available in: Spanish 

One in every 20 Americans over the age of 50 has peripheral arterial disease, or P.A.D., a common, yet serious, disease that raises the risk of heart attack and stroke. This Web site will help you lea... Details >

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health