Not All Aches and Pains Are Created Equal

Be alert to persistent pain while walking or climbing, as it could indicate peripheral arterial disease

Peripheral arterial disease happens when plaque accumulates in the arteries of your legs. It gradually limits blood flow to the lower extremities. nullplus/Shutterstock

Aches and pains are one of the drawbacks of aging. Regardless of your physical condition, some knee, neck, or back pain seems to be unavoidable.

Sometimes it’s nothing. Maybe you slept in an awkward position, spent a lot of time on your legs, or really taxed your muscles with a good workout.