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Southern VIP’s Foot Rescue™ Walking Program
Take Control of Your PAD with Our Guided Walking Program
If you have been diagnosed with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), staying active is one of the most effective ways to improve circulation and maintain your mobility. Southern VIP’s Foot Rescue™ Walking Program is a structured and supportive approach to help you safely increase your activity levels, improve blood flow, and enhance your overall well
What to Expect
Southern VIP’s Foot Rescue™ Walking Program is designed to start slow and gradually increase activity over time. Mild tiredness and discomfort while exercising are normal, and taking necessary rest breaks is encouraged. With persistence, your stamina will improve, and you’ll experience better circulation and increased mobility.
A critical component of the program is tracking your progress to share with your medical practioner at return visits and follow-up exams, where our medical team will assess your progress and make personalized adjustments to your plan.
- Comprehensive Foot Assessments: Early detection of circulation issues and wounds.
- Advanced Wound Care Techniques: Utilizing cutting-edge therapies, including specialized dressings and debridement. While we do not currently perform grafting procedures, we work closely with wound care specialists to ensure optimal healing. In some cases, after circulation has been improved, the wound care provider may place a graft at the site to aid in healing.
- Collaborative Care: Working with vascular specialists to improve blood flow and accelerate healing.
- Personalized Preventive Plans: Tailored advice on foot care and lifestyle changes to reduce future risks.
- Addressing the Pedal Loop: What makes foot rescue unique is that we treat not only the small arteries in the calf but also the even smaller arteries that supply the foot and toes.
Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Managing PAD
Reduce Smoking
One of the most impactful ways to manage PAD is by reducing or quitting smoking. We understand that quitting can be overwhelming, especially for lifetime smokers. Our smoking reduction program provides step-by-step guidance to help you gradually decrease cigarette consumption, making the transition manageable and sustainable.
Maintain a Healthy Diet
A well-balanced diet is essential in managing PAD and addressing risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, and diabetes. Key dietary recommendations include:
- Limiting sugar intake and avoiding processed foods.
- Following a personalized diet plan tailored to your health needs, especially if you have conditions like diabetes or kidney disease.
- Working with your medical provider to ensure optimal blood sugar and weight management as well as managing other medical conditions.
Take the First Step Toward Better Circulation
Your journey to better circulation and mobility starts here. Join the Foot Rescue™ Walking Program today and take control of your PAD with expert guidance and support.
Schedule an Appointment to Learn More! Call us or book online to get started on your path to healthier legs and a more active lifestyle. Call 662-775-0114 and schedule your complete vascular evaluation at Southern VIP.
Testimonials
Real Stories, Real Results
“OMG!! I had something bad going on with my foot from diabetes, so it took me to this vascular office. I was so anxious, and then Brother John (Scallions) came into the room and he told me that I was family now and that they would be there for me.♥️ I must say that they have been nothing less than great! I am forever thankful, grateful, and blessed to be a part of this amazing family! … Thank you guys for being there for me when I needed it most!♥️🥲”
T.D., Memphis patient, Google review 2025
“Dr. Hodgkiss is the B E S T! He’s a rockstar doctor!! He asks all the good questions, hears you out, and treats you the best way for your situation! He’s got the greatest personality and outlook! I’d def recommend him a million times over! He and his office have given me my life back! Dr. Hodgkiss is amazing and works wonders! I love this place and would def recommend it to anyone with pain issues!”
S.M, Memphis patient, Google review 2025
Protect Your Foot Health Today
Don’t wait for minor issues to become major problems. Southern VIP’s Foot Rescue program is here to help you take control of your foot health and prevent amputation. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward a healthier
future.
