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Are you noticing pain in your legs? If your leg pain is recurrent or associated with walking or exercising, it could be due to an underlying heart or vascular problem. Visit us at Heart of Dixie Cardiology to evaluate your pain and make sure you receive the appropriate treatment.
Leg pain that is related to your heart or the blood vessels of your legs usually occurs in the calves, thighs, or buttocks. This type of leg pain commonly comes with exertion such as walking or exercising and often alleviates with rest. Vascular-related leg pains are often described as an aching, burning, heaviness, or cramping feeling. These pains could be in one or both legs. If you experience these symptoms, contact Heart of Dixie Cardiology. We’ll help find the reasons for the pains in your legs and treat you to alleviate your pain.
There are many risk factors for vascular leg pain. This type of pain is caused by buildup in the arteries of your legs. There are several risk factors for this condition, including:
Smoking/nicotine use
High cholesterol
High blood pressure
Diabetes or insulin resistance
Heart disease
History of stroke
Vascular leg pain is the result of plaque buildup in the arteries of the legs. This can affect the small or large arteries of the legs. You can do several things to prevent this plaque buildup:
If you are experiencing leg pain with walking or exercise that is recurrent, contact us at Heart of Dixie Cardiology to schedule an appointment. We will evaluate the cause of your leg pain and provide treatment to alleviate your symptoms.
Heart of Dixie Cardiology offers several treatments for vascular leg pain. Some of those treatments could include diet and exercise changes, medication management, or vascular surgery or stenting. Come see our specialists now and start feeling better sooner.
Heart of Dixie Cardiology is a specialty subset of the Revere Health group. We have over a dozen cardiology providers throughout our locations to give you the specialized heart care that you deserve.
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