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Exercise for reducing intermittent claudication symptoms. Popliteal artery entrapment or chronic exertional compartment syndrome.DOI: 10.1155/2017/6981047 en/diseases-conditions/compartment-syndrome/ You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. Indications for surgery usually depend on the underlying cause. If a person has severely affected blood flow in the legs or medications don’t help, a doctor may recommend surgery to restore blood flow.Įxamples include angioplasty, which involves inserting a small balloon to open up the artery, or vein bypass surgery. Vitamin B12, for example, contributes to your production of red blood cells and nerve function, as well as other important body activity. But, you may also consider a few other potential nutrient insufficiencies. Severely affected blood flow may require surgery Vitamin D, magnesium and iron are all likely suspects when it comes to leg pain due to vitamin deficiency. They may also prescribe medications to reduce leg pain when walking, such as pentoxifylline or cilostazol. Examples include anti-platelet medications, such as aspirin or clopidogrel (Plavix). A doctor may recommend medicationsĪ doctor may need to prescribe medications to reduce the likelihood that new blood clots will form that’ll further affect blood flow. Treating your leg pain is important to help reduce the chance that your activity level is negatively affected.
You should talk to a doctor if you have chronic leg pain, even if it goes away when you rest.Ī doctor can evaluate your circulation and possible underlying causes. If you ignore these symptoms, you could lose your toes or leg because of a lack of blood flow. These symptoms may indicate that you’re experiencing severely affected blood flow and may need emergency attention. severe leg pain that doesn’t get better with rest.leg that starts to appear blue or discolored.lack of pulses in the ankle or top of the foot.Seek immediate medical attention if you experience the following symptoms related to your leg pain: Maintaining a healthy weight and taking care of your body can help reduce the sharp, shooting pains whenever possible. If your leg pain is related to overuse from physical activity, try a new activity that’s less repetitive on the legs and feet, such as taking an aerobics class or swimming. This can help reduce some of the risk factors that can lead to PAD. Choosing a heart-healthy diet can help you maintain your weight and blood sugar levels. Smoking can cause changes to blood vessels and make it easier for the blood to clot, which can contribute to leg pain. Smoking is a major risk factor for sharp pains when walking. Although exercise can contribute to some leg pain, exercise sessions at least twice a week helped to reduce walking pain and increase the distance a person can walk, according to a 2017 review. The following are some ways that may help you treat intermittent leg pain at home:
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