CALL US MENU Treadmill Testing for PAD ADDITIONAL NAVIGATION The most common symptom of peripheral artery disease (PAD) is intermittent claudication (muscle pain, aching or fatigue with walking). The ankle/brachial index (ABI) is a measurement of lower-extremity arterial circulation. The ABI is the ratio of the arterial blood pressure at the ankle divided by the arm blood pressure. Evaluation of the arterial supply is done by measuring blood pressures at the ankles and comparing those pressures to the blood pressures in the arms. Treadmill exercise with ankle brachial indices (ABI) may be used in addition to resting measurements of lower extremity arterial pressures. The ankle pressure and ABI drops after exercise in patients with intermittent claudication due to PAD. Length of exam: 30-45 minutes Preparation: No special preparation is required. Request an appointment If you think you might be in need of vascular services, we’re here to help. Contact us today! Contact Us For An Appointment Our Locations Baton Rouge 7777 Hennessy Ave. Suite 1008 Baton Rouge, LA 70808 Gonzales 2647 St. Elizabeth Blvd. Suite 225 Gonzales, LA 70737 Walker 5000 O’Donovan Blvd. Suite 300 Walker, Louisiana 70785 Brusly 402 N. Vaughan Street Brusly, Louisiana 70719 New Roads 160 Hospital Road New Roads, LA 70760 Contact Us Front Desk (225) 766-0416 Toll Free (800) 375-0416 Fax (225) 769-9212 © 2021 CVT Surgical & Vein Therapy. All rights reserved. Notice of Privacy Practices Privacy Policy Website design by Gatorworks