Cynthia Elford loves to travel and hike, but a few years ago, her Type 1 diabetes made getting around nearly impossible. By 2018, the Pennsylvania grandmother faced the possibility of losing her right ...

This small movement activates your calf muscles, the ‘peripheral heart’ that pushes blood back towards the heart,” notes the ...

Stem cell therapy may help people with circulation problems in their legs. Duke researchers are testing the safety of injecting placental stem cells in patients with peripheral arterial disease, which ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Some months ago, my doctor used a QuantaFlo test to measure circulation in my legs. My result was low — 0.69 versus the normal range of 0.9-1.40. I was not surprised, as poor ...

Desk-based work that involves prolonged sitting is associated with reduced leg blood flow in short-term physiological studies, according to evidence from randomized crossover trials and a systematic ...

Shiny, smooth, or unusually hairless legs are often dismissed as minor cosmetic concerns, yet scientific studies suggest these changes can indicate serious cardiovascular issues. The appearance of ...

A simple pain in your leg when you wake up could be an early warning sign doctors say you shouldn’t ignore.

Flip flops offer little support, which can affect circulation and lead to leg and foot problems. Signs of poor vein health include swelling, fatigue, and visible veins in the legs. Supportive footwear ...