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Vascular Medicine
When to See a Vascular Medicine Specialist
You should see a vascular medicine specialist if you have a condition that affects your circulatory system. Your symptoms will depend on the type of vascular disease you have but may include:
- Painful cramping in your hip, thigh or calf muscles after certain activities, such as walking or climbing stairs (claudication)
- Leg numbness or weakness
- Coldness in your lower leg or foot, especially when compared with the other side
- Sores on your toes, feet or legs that won't heal
- A change in the color of your legs
- Hair loss or slower hair growth on your feet and legs
- Slower growth of your toenails
- Shiny skin on your legs
- No pulse or a weak pulse in your legs or feet
Nonsurgical Vascular Care
Many people are able to regain and maintain healthy blood flow with nonsurgical treatments including:
- Health education
- Medications
- Nutrition counseling
- Oxygen therapy
- Supervised and monitored exercise
- Stress management
- Quitting tobacco if you smoke
Vascular Surgery
You and your doctor may determine that surgery is the best option to treat your condition. Learn more about vascular surgery at Essentia.
Current Clinical Research Studies
Talk to your doctor to see if you may be eligible to participate in a research study through the Essentia Institute of Rural Health. By participating in a clinical study, you may have access to treatments, medications and medical devices that are not widely available.
Services Offered
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Heart & Vascular Services
When it comes to your heart health, count on the experts at Essentia Health. Explore the wide range of heart and vascular services we offer to help you live the life you love.