PAD

[Hayley765]

I am on an exercise program for PAD was wondering what will happen after I have e done all sessions, and rhe long term outlook. I am active slim and fit pain in buttock started five years ago,and its been diagnosed now as iliac artery severe block

[Speakeazi]

Hi There was no Exercise program in my area so I walk to and from work each day. And get on the exercise bike 2-3 times a week. And a trainer once a week.

It has really helped but it has been explained to me that I must carry on as the little blood vessels that are growing around the blockages I have collapse very quickly. So I have to walk everyday to maintain the improvement I made.

In April I walked 4 miles which was quite an achievement for me. But if I stop walking for 2 days the pain returns...

Good luck and don’t give up!

[Hayley765 in reply to Speakeazi]

Thank you very helpful i will not give up (will kick myself if i have to )

[Speakeazi in reply to Hayley765]

It’s been a while but I thought you may find my annual review interesting.

After 15 months of mostly eating well, exercising, taking the pills and walking, my disease has not progressed at all and the pressures in my feet have increased by 25% and 27% due to the walking creating the collateral vessels.

Hope you are well and still moving!!

[Hayley765 in reply to Speakeazi]

Brilliant glad you are improving and the collateral arteries are working I am still moving walking well,although stairs are still a big pain in my butt 😁 plodding on to keep my leg moving. Rest pain is a tad worse but exercise pain isn't any worse

[Speakeazi in reply to Hayley765]

Have you tried exercise bike? Even if I am tired and I am just turning the wheels, I do find it helps with walking and the rest pain at night. Sending you the best of wishes for 2019.