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will call you back within one business day. Peripheral arterial
disease (PAD) is a condition in which the arteries in the legs
are severely damaged. When you have PAD, walking can be painful.
So you may start to walk less. Walking less makes leg muscles
weaker. It then becomes harder and more painful to walk. A
walking program can break this cycle. This sheet gives you tips
on how to get started. Exercise strengthens leg muscles that are
out of shape. It also trains these muscles to function with less
oxygen. This helps leg muscles work better despite reduced blood
flow to legs. Anybody who has PAD can benefit from a walking
program. Your program can: Let you walk longer and farther
without claudication. This is an ache in the legs during
exercise that goes away with rest. Let you do more and be more
active. Add to your overall health and well-being. Help you
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