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  • Peripheral arterial disease (PAD)

    Read about peripheral arterial disease (PAD), a common condition in which a build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries restricts blood supply to leg muscles.

  • Multiple sclerosis

    Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that can affect the brain and spinal cord, causing a wide range of potential symptoms, including problems with vision, arm or leg movement, sensation or balance.

  • Lymphoedema

    Read about lymphoedema, a long-term condition that causes swelling in the body's tissues. It usually develops in the arms or legs.

  • Lipoedema

    Find out about lipoedema, an abnormal build-up of fat in your legs and sometimes arms, including what the symptoms are, when to get medical help and what treatments are available.

  • Hereditary spastic paraplegia

    Find out about hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP), a rare group of inherited disorders that often cause weakness and stiffness in the leg muscles, which gradually gets worse over time.

  • Erythromelalgia

    NHS information about erythromelalgia, a rare condition that causes episodes of burning pain and redness in the hands and feet, and sometimes the arms, legs, ears and face.

  • DVT (deep vein thrombosis)

    Find out more about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot in a vein, usually in the leg.

  • Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) - Diagnosis

    Read about diagnosing peripheral arterial disease (PAD). If a GP suspects PAD, they'll carry out a physical examination of your legs.

  • Lumbar decompression surgery - Risks

    Lumbar decompression surgery is generally effective in relieving symptoms such as leg pain and numbness. However, some people continue to have symptoms after surgery, or develop symptoms again within a few years.

  • Dementia care and support

    Information about care homes, NHS care, social services, financial support and legal issues if you or someone you care for have dementia.