Return to flip book view

Peripheral Artery Disease and Mental Health | ACV Centers

Page 1

SPECIAL EDITIONPaddy's Post 2021May-June, Vol VBECAUSE EVERYBODY DESERVES A BETTER QUALITY OF LIFEWith so much love, Founder/CEO, TheWayToMyHeart.org

Page 2

Inside:ā€˜I can't live with the pain anymore'Paddy's Post 2021May-June, Vol VBECAUSE EVERYBODY DESERVES A BETTER QUALITY OF LIFEBlockage in Common Femoral Artery (CFA)Upper ThighKym McNicholas with NursePrepping for Dentist Doug's ProcedureChronic Total Occlusion100% blocckage Blood flow restored using"Low and Slow" balloon angioplasty

Page 3

Paddy's Post 2021Cont'd 'I can't live with this pain anymore' From Page 2Coping with P.A.D Painpage 3May-June, Vol. V

Page 4

page 4 Paddy's Post 2021May-June, Vol VDisease, Identity, and Mental HealthDixieDefine YOU as YOU

Page 5

page 5 Paddy's Post 2021May-June, Vol VDisease, Identity, and Mental HealthDiabetic Wound CareCritical Limb Ischemia Support GroupPeripheral Artery DiseaseWarriors | How We ThrivePeripheral Artery DiseaseFaith-based Healing GroupPeripheral Artery DiseaseWalking Support GroupPeripheral Artery DiseaseQuit Smoking SupportPeripheral Artery DiseaseBetter Food ChoicesVisit www.TheWayToMyHeart.org to find out more information about these support groups:Cont'd From Page 3

Page 6

Paddy's Post 2021Purpose, Presence, and Peacepage 6May-June, Vol. Vā€

Page 7

Paddy's Post 2021An Escape Into Virtual Realitypage 7May-June, Vol. V

Page 8

Paddy's Post 20215 Steps to Smoking Cessationpage 8May-June, Vol. VTime to Quit: Smoking Lowers Oxygen Levels Long-TermExcerpt fromher new book:Page 53Lack of Oxygen & DepressionSource: https://doi.org/10.1164/rccm.201207-1284CI

Page 9

Paddy's Post 2021P.A.D., Friends, and Familypage 9May-June, Vol. VToni & Derrick

Page 10

Paddy's Post 2021Building Resilience vs. Insanitypage 10May-June, Vol. V

Page 11

Glass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsDay 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Day 13Day 18 Day 19 Day 20 Day 21Disclaimer: Always check with your own healthcare provider on whether this regimen is right for you. 21 Day Health ChallengeDay 1Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5Day 14 Day 15 Day 16 Day 17Daily WaterAsk your Doctor how muchwater to drink daily.Standard practice is 4 16ozglasses of water daily.3x10 Breathing1. Breathe in + Breathe out = Count 110x 2. Breathe in + Breathe out = Count 110x 3. Breathe in + Breathe out = Count 110x Hydration Reduces Claudication!Glass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsLet's Go!Choose 1creative activitydailyMeditate/Reflect(Shower!)Foot SoakGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal StepsGlass of Water3x10 BreathingMeditation/MindfulnessEpsom Salt Foot SoakCreative ActivityTotal Steps

Page 12

Paddy's Post 2021Karly Ketronwww.WiseWytch.compage 12May-June, Vol VHerbal RemediesGetting a Handle on Your Nerves ... NaturallyNervous SystemEndocrine System

Page 13

Paddy's Post 2021page 13May-June, Vol VHerbal RemediesThe Nerve & Stress Tackling Herbs!

Page 14

Paddy's Post 2021Get help finding a doctor!Get critical questions to ask your doctor!Get support preparing for appointments!Have an advocate with you during appointments!Get help understanding diagnosis & treatment options!Get real-time lifestyle modification compliance supportafter appointments!Call: (415) 320-7138Email: kym@TheWayToMyHeart.org Chat with friends who have PAD!Chat with vetted Vascular Specialists!Learn new diagnosis & treatment options!Find a virtual walking buddy! Get community support for lifestylemodifications!Learn about research opportunities!May - June, Vol. Vwww.thewaytomyheart.org/get-support-nowJoin our Support Groups!Get A Free Advocate!www.facebook.com/VascularDiseaseSupport/groupsVisit us online:Or Contact Us Directly: SCAN QR CODE(Use Phone Camera) BECAUSE EVERYBODY DESERVES A BETTER QUALITY OF LIFEDr. Jihad Mustapha Dr. Fadi SaabGrand Rapids: (616) 447-8220Lansing: (517) 445-5900Las Vegas: (702) 878-8346As comprehensive cardiac and vascular specialists,Dr. Jihad Mustapha and Dr. Fadi A. Saab specialize intreating both complex heart conditions as well asPeripheral Artery Disease (PAD), which can cost youa leg ā€“ or your life. Patients turn to Dr. JihadMustapha and Dr. Fadi A. Saab when otherphysicians have exhausted treatment options. They perform arterial and vein procedures thatopen up blocked vessels and improve circulation inlegs and feet. These procedures require patience,passion and painstaking attention to detail.Dr. Jihad Mustapha and Dr. Fadi A. Saab are up to it.With more than 22 years of expertise andthousands of procedures between them, they haveearned an enviable track record ā€“ and a nicknamethey love: Leg Savers.Can they put their determination to work for you?Contact us: