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Tests and diagnosis
By Mayo Clinic staffClaudication often goes undiagnosed because many people consider the pain an unwelcome but inevitable consequence of aging. But the tests your doctor may use to diagnose your condition are often noninvasive and can get you on your way to resuming an active life.
Some common tests used to diagnose claudication include:
- Checking the pulses in your feet.
- Ankle-brachial index. This test compares the blood pressure in your ankle arteries to the blood pressure in your arms.
- Doppler ultrasound. This test monitors blood flow in the area affected.
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or angiography to show damage to blood vessels.
The pain in your legs could be another condition, such as spine, joint or muscle problems. Your doctor can make a diagnosis based on your symptoms and a medical history, physical exam and appropriate tests.
