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Biomedix Sponsors Advanced Diagnostic Technology to Enhance Education at Western University of Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine

Twin Cities, MN — Biomedix, a pioneer in medical technology and innovation, has announced a clinical and educational sponsorship with the Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) College of Podiatric Medicine. Established as part of Western University of Health Sciences, the College of Podiatric Medicine is at the forefront of Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 2 months2 months ago

Peripheral Artery Disease

New patient-facing PADnet video available

Biomedix has developed a unique PADnet patient-facing video for our customers! Designed to help providers educate patients about Peripheral Artery Disease and the PADnet test, this video is ideal for healthcare practices to play in waiting rooms, show to patients prior to a PADnet test, and use in any other Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 10 months9 months ago

Company News

PADnet Xpress Featured At US Capitol For PAD Caucus Briefing

Twin Cities, MN— October 5th, 2023 — Biomedix, a market-leading medical technology and innovation company, was invited to screen congressional representatives and their staff at the United States Capitol with PADnet Xpress during the PAD Caucus briefing on September 27th, 2023. PAD Caucus Co-Chairs, Congressman Donald Payne, Jr. and Congressman Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 1 year1 year ago

Dr. Shannon Decker and Chris Trygtad: Interview about Risk Adjustment for Peripheral Vascular Disease in HCC Model V28

Value Based Care

An Interview with Dr. Shannon Decker on the Impact of the new CMS Risk Adjustment Model

Have Additional Questions About PVD And The HCC v28 Model? Fill Out The Form Below To Schedule A Consultation Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. A new version (v28) of the CMS HCC risk adjustment model was finalized earlier this year. The new v28 model includes changes in the Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 1 year1 year ago

Peripheral Artery Disease

A Systematic Review of Peripheral Artery Disease Progression in Intermittent Claudication Patients

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. One of the main symptoms of PAD is intermittent claudication (IC), which is a cramping pain that occurs in the legs during physical activity. It has been observed that the progression rate of PAD in patients with Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 2 years2 years ago

General

Peripheral Artery Disease And Walking Exercise: New Study Guides Way To Improve Walking Ability

A new study found that walking at a pace that induces pain or discomfort is better at improving walking availability for people with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). The study covered 264 people with PAD, with participants from four U.S medical centers. Designed to examine the effects of a home-based walking exercise program, Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 2 years2 years ago

PAD Risk Factors

Study finds that obesity may increase the risk of developing peripheral artery disease

A new study which was published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, found that obese people had a higher prevalence of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). Although the American Heart Association has released scientific statements describing obesity as an independent risk factor for CVD (cardiovascular disease), including CHD (coronary Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 6 years2 years ago

PAD Symptoms

How frequently is PAD asymptomatic? A study from admissions to a general hospital.

A common question asked about PAD is, what percentage of people that have PAD are asymptomatic, or not displaying some of the classic symptoms of PAD, such as pain when walking (intermittent claudication)? One study indicates that the percentage of those with PAD who are asymptomatic could be quite high. Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 7 years2 years ago

Hiking walking with sun in front of them

PAD Treatment

Study finds that exercise improves intermittent claudication (leg pain) when walking

An updated systematic review published by The Cochrane Vascular editorial base supports the recommendation by NICE in the UK to offer exercise therapy as a first-line intervention to those suffering from intermittent claudication. Intermittent claudication, or pain while walking, is one of the first symptoms to manifest for patients with PAD (peripheral Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 7 years2 years ago

PAD Treatment

Readmission rates after revascularization for PAD

A recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that one sixth of patients admitted to a hospital for revascularization for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) were readmitted to the hospital within 30 days. Primary reasons were complications, sepsis, and diabetes. The study involved 1,085 US acute care hospitals, covering 61,969 Read more…

By Christian Trygstad, 7 years2 years ago