What Are Some Signs of Poor Circulation in Your Feet?

The circulatory system can be negatively affected from lack of physical activity, sitting for long periods of time, not stretching throughout the day, and obesity as well.

Signs of poor circulation:

Muscle pain

stiffness or weakness

Numbness or crampness in the legs

Sometimes, poor blood circulation in the feet and legs can be caused by other conditions, such as the damaging or inflammation of blood vessels. 

Treatment:

Examination by preferred podiarist

Refer patient to vein specialist for examination and testing

Prescribe medication to help improve circulation

We, United foot and Ankle, strive to give our patients the best treatment options. If you are experiencing or know of someone experiencing similar symtopms, please contact our office at (732)979-2035. We are located in East Brunswick, Keyport, Perth Amboy, and Bayonne. 

 

 

 

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