Pseudoclaudication. A review of etiology, diagnosis, and treatment.

The authors have presented an historical and clinical review of the pseudoclaudication syndrome. This disorder has become increasingly recognized during the past years, and it is important to keep in mind that pseudoclaudication can coexist with vascular insufficiency. Appropriate diagnosis and treatment can be rendered only when the correct diagnosis or diagnoses are made. As always, a thorough history and physical examination together with supplementary radiologic and neurophysiologic studies will lead the clinician to the correct cause of the symptoms presented and an appropriate course of treatment.