Intermittent Claudication

Article published at: Mar 17, 2023 Article author: Simone Dantuono
Claudicatio Intermittens
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It is a pain caused by insufficient blood flow during physical exertion. It most commonly affects the legs, but can also affect the arms and can worsen to the point of being present even when at rest.

Among the pathologies that can be associated with this type of pain are: atherosclerosis, diabetic foot and polycythemia vera.

Intermittent claudication can be counteracted by changing your lifestyle. In particular, by avoiding smoking, avoiding medications that cause vasoconstriction, controlling cholesterol levels, keeping your legs slightly elevated when lying down, and always remaining physically active. In fact, following a regular program of physical activity, with specific exercises, can be very helpful in this case.
Always remember to consult a professional to understand together how to proceed in treating this pain.

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