Claudication is muscular pain, cramping, or fatigue that typically occurs during exercise and goes away with rest. Claudication is primarily a symptom of conditions that reduce blood flow in the legs, especially peripheral artery disease (PAD).

Can you reverse claudication?

In most cases, lifestyle changes, exercise and claudication medications are enough to slow the progression or even reverse the symptoms of PAD.

How long does it take for claudication to go away?

You may see improvement in your symptoms within 2 months. Medicine can help some people who have PAD and claudication. Ask your doctor if medicine is right for you. If your arteries are badly blocked, you may need a procedure called angioplasty to open them up.