12/16/2021
Most people know that high blood pressure, also known as hypertension can be bad for your health but most don't know that it can also affect your feet. Hypertension is often related to atherosclerosis, which is the buildup of plaque in blood vessels. This condition can also lead to decreased circulation and peripheral arterial disease (PAD). People with decreased circulation in their legs and feet may develop ulcerations (open wounds on the skin) that can lead to amputations. Read more here https://www.apma.org/Patients/FootHealth.cfm?ItemNumber=1524 and contact Procare Podiatry for care.