WHAT IS THE TREATMENT FOR PAD/PVD?
Treatment begins with lifestyle changes sometimes combined with medication(s).
If lifestyle changes and medications do not help, procedures and surgery may be needed.
LIFESTYLE CHANGES
- Smoking Cessation
- Controlling Diabetes
- Managing Blood Pressure
- Physically Activity
- Healthy Diet
DRUG TREATMENTS
- Antiplatelet Agents to Prevent Blood Clots
- Statins to Lower Cholesterol
- High Blood Pressure Medication
PROCEDURES
- Angioplasty to widen narrowed or blocked arteries