Allina Hospitals & Clinics Vascular Services

Allina Medical Clinic is using new technology to find and treat a common blood flow problem called peripheral artery disease (PAD).

PADnet

PADnet is a high-tech stethoscope with three special blood pressure cuffs. The device finds blockage and narrowing in the arteries that bring blood to the legs. A PADnet test takes about 20 minutes and is done by one's primary care physician. It is available at one of these locations:

• Allina Medical Clinic - Coon Rapids
• Allina Medical Clinic - Edina
• Allina Medical Clinic - Nicollet Mall

Early detection saves lives

Leg discomfort or muscle pain or discomfort in your legs may be signs of peripheral artery disease (PAD). Early diagnosis and treatment for this serious condition can decrease the pain or discomfort and keep the disease from getting worse. PAD treatment may also decrease the risk of heart attack, stroke or death.

PAD symptoms and risks

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) narrows the arteries that supply blood to the legs, restricting blood flow to the calf and thigh muscles. These common symptoms occur with activity and are promptly relieved by rest:

• cramps
• fatigue
• pain

If you have the above symptoms or one or more of these risk factors, ask your provider about PAD:

• smoking
• diabetes
• high blood pressure
• high cholesterol
• a family history of artery disease
• obesity
• inactivity
• advanced age

For more information, please visit Allina Vascular Services

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First published: 04/05/2005
Last updated: 03/29/2005

Reviewed by: Paul Kleeberg, MD, medical director, Internet Services, Allina Hospitals & Clinics