Neville Foot & Ankle Centers Announces Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Screening

Neville Foot & Ankle Centers announces the opportunity for you to have a simple, non-invasive 15-minute screening for the presence of PAD. “We strive to educate our patients and provide the latest technology in medical and conservative treatment options for their disorders; and become not only their healthcare professional but also their friend,” said Dr. Robert E. Neville.

The Woodlands, TX, December 02, 2016 --(PR.com)-- PAD is short for Peripheral Arterial Disease. PAD is caused by a blockage or narrowing of the arteries in the legs when fatty deposits called plaque buildup. The buildup of plaque causes the arteries to harden and narrow, which is called atherosclerosis. This results in a reduction of blood flow to the legs and feet. This is commonly referred to as poor circulation.

PAD occurs most often in the arteries in the legs, but it can also affect other arteries that carry blood outside the heart. This includes arteries that go to the aorta, the brain, the arms, the kidneys, and the stomach. When arteries inside the heart are hardened or narrowed, it is called coronary artery disease or cardiovascular disease.

PAD affects 8 to 12 million Americans, and one in every five people over the age of 70 has the disease. People with PAD have a two-to-six times greater chance of death from a heart attack or stroke. PAD and diabetes are the leading causes of foot or leg amputations in the United States.

Neville Foot & Ankle Centers announces the opportunity to have a simple diabetic evaluation by Dr. Curry and non-invasive 15-minute screening for the presence of PAD.

For more information about Neville Foot & Ankle Centers, visit http://www.nevillefootandanklecenters.com or call 281.364.9041.
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