by Washington Vascular Specialists | Jan 21, 2025 | Washington Vascular
Leg cramps are a problem that many people face. They strike anytime and often find you when you are not prepared. These painful, involuntary muscle contractions usually affect the calf muscles, though they can occur in the thighs or feet also. While minor, leg cramps...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Jan 21, 2025 | Washington Vascular
Peripheral artery disease, or PAD, is a condition that narrows the blood vessels in your arms or legs. Most people are unaware that smoking plays a huge role in this disease. Several studies have shown that smoking, which causes stiffness and clogs in arteries,...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Dec 20, 2024 | Washington Vascular
Proper nutrition plays a very crucial role in the process of wound healing in vascular patients. Poor nutrition can give rise to serious complications, such as slower healing or infection which in turn increases the chances of amputation. Real life cases have...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Dec 20, 2024 | Washington Vascular
Pain when walking is highly discomforting and can impact your quality of life. It may be a sign of a vascular condition such as peripheral artery disease, claudication, deep vein thrombosis, and diabetes. The pain usually presents in your calves, ankles, thighs or...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Nov 19, 2024 | Washington Vascular
While the human body is wonderfully designed to endure all the wear and tear that comes with normal life, we still bear a duty to take care of it. Whether we’re working in the most hazardous conditions imaginable or chopping veggies in our kitchens, the...
