Vascular surgeon Dr. Jacob Robison describes claudication, a painful cramping of the legs during physical activity. He explains how a patient is evaluated for blood restriction and also offers information on several treatment options. He focuses on modification of risk factors as a first line of defense. In this vascular health podcast, Dr. Robison also addresses the question of whether loss of a limb is the likely outcome of claudication, mentioning warning signs of significant blood flow restrictions.