also plays a role, with the risk increasing with age. In a healthy circulatory system, blood flows freely through the arteries, delivering oxygen and nutrients to the tissues. In PAD, the narrowing of the arteries restricts this blood flow, leading to specific symptoms, particularly in the lower limbs.
Sign #1: Pain or cramps in the legs during activity
The first, and perhaps most common, sign is a symptom called intermittent claudication. This is a pain or cramping in the leg that occurs during physical activity, such as walking or climbing
