The decrease in blood flow to a muscle can lead to a variety of symptoms, including pain when walking, cramps when climbing stairs, cramps when lying flat, restless legs, fatigue, and numbness. Since the blood supply to the legs is predictable, the area with the disease can be anticipated. Using noninvasive testing, like Ultrasound and intensive blood pressure and flow recordings, the arteries can be closely studied. Then, if the symptoms are unable to be managed using medications meant to improve blood flow, an invasive Angiogram can be performed, localizing the exact site of the blockage. In many cases, the blockages can be opened using minimally invasive techniques that avoid the need for surgery. Using balloons and stents, your doctor can deliver a successful and long-lasting result with a reduction in, or even complete relief of, your claudication.