Ischemic foot refers to a lack of adequate arterial blood flow from the heart to the foot. There are a wide variety of possible causes, including arterial blockage from cholesterol deposits, arterial blood clots, arterial spasm, or arterial injury.
An ischemic foot suffers from an inadequate blood supply reaching the foot to provide the oxygen and nutrient needs required for the cells to continue to function.
Treatment includes walking exercises to increase blood flow, protective shoes and insoles if necessary, and medications. A screening doppler is performed to evaluate your ability to heal from a wound or injury.
There are new procedures, performed by vascular surgeons that are minimally invasive and very helpful in improving circulation to the lower legs and feet. They can relieve pain and prevent amputation.
