Vascular health plays a crucial role in your overall well-being, especially when it comes to maintaining strong, healthy legs and feet. Despite its importance, vascular care is often overlooked—until it’s too late. Conditions like Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and chronic venous insufficiency can silently damage your circulatory system, leading to serious complications such as foot ulcers, slow-healing wounds, and even limb loss.
At Capital Foot Care, we stress the importance of early detection and routine vascular assessments. Located in the heart of Maryland, our podiatry specialists are trained in both preventive and advanced wound care, offering comprehensive solutions for patients with vascular concerns.
The Connection Between Vascular Health and Foot Health
Your vascular system is responsible for circulating blood throughout your body. When blood flow is compromised—due to plaque buildup, high blood pressure, or other underlying conditions—the extremities suffer the most. The feet and lower limbs are often the first places to show signs of poor vascular health.
Reduced circulation may lead to numbness, tingling, pain, discoloration, and in severe cases, open sores that don’t heal. These symptoms are commonly associated with Peripheral Artery Disease, a condition that affects millions of Americans but remains largely undiagnosed.
Who Should Get a Vascular Health Check?
Vascular health checks are especially important if you:
- Are over 50 years old
- Have diabetes, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure
- Smoke or have a history of smoking
- Experience chronic leg pain, especially while walking
- Have slow-healing wounds or unexplained skin changes on your feet or legs
If you fall into any of these categories, a vascular screening could make a significant difference in your health outcomes. At Capital Foot Care, our team can perform in-office assessments to evaluate blood flow and detect early signs of PAD or venous disorders.
What to Expect During a Vascular Health Check
During your vascular health screening at Capital Foot Care, our experienced doctors—Dr. Muhammad A. Khalid, Dr. Fritz-Andre Duterlein, and Dr. Herman Zarate—will review your medical history and conduct a thorough examination of your legs and feet. Non-invasive tools such as Doppler ultrasound may be used to measure blood flow and identify any blockages or narrowing in your arteries.
The process is quick, painless, and incredibly informative. Based on the findings, we can recommend a personalized treatment plan to manage symptoms, improve circulation, and prevent complications.
Comprehensive Care at Capital Foot Care
At Capital Foot Care, we believe in proactive and comprehensive care. Our podiatry services include:
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) screenings and treatments
- Diabetic foot care
- Advanced wound management
- Routine foot care and nail trimming
- In-office surgical procedures
- Sports medicine and injury prevention
Our goal is to empower patients to take charge of their foot health through early intervention, education, and access to top-tier medical care.
Why Choose Capital Foot Care?
We understand the importance of vascular health in preventing serious foot complications. Our dedicated team of podiatric physicians—Dr. Khalid, Dr. Duterlein, and Dr. Zarate—have years of experience treating patients with diabetes, PAD, and other circulatory disorders. We are proud to serve the Maryland and Washington D.C. communities with compassionate, expert care.
Don’t wait for symptoms to worsen. A simple vascular check could save your feet—and your life.
Schedule an appointment today with Capital Foot Care to take the first step toward better vascular and foot health.
