Treatment taken of Arteriosclerosis helps in improving circulation and relieving symptoms. Medications are given to control the situation. Medications include:

• Pain relievers
• Blood thinners
• Medicines to dilate the affected arteries

Surgeries like grafting, endarterectomy, bypass, etc are only performed for treating severe cases. In the severe cases, persons become incapable of working or doing essential day-to-day activities. In rare cases, limbs are removed (amputation) to control the situation. Balloon angioplasty is considered as an alternative of the surgery.

Taking self-care at home plays an important role in treating Arteriosclerosis of the extremities. Self-care includes:

• Eat low-fat and low-cholesterol diet.
• Foot care is the most important if you have diabetes. Pay special attention towards any scrapes, injuries, cuts, etc.
• Avoid smoking as it tightens arteries and thereby decreases blood’s ability to carry oxygen. And when less oxygen is carried then chances of forming the blood clots become high.
• Remain physically active. And do not forget to take adequate rest in between the exercises.