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Exercise therapy for chronic symptomatic peripheral artery disease
Lucia Mazzolai1, Jill Belch2, Maarit Venermo3,4
1Angiology Department, Lausanne University Hospital, University of Lausanne, Switzerland.
VASA. Zeitschrift Fur Gefasskrankheiten
|March 10, 2024
Summary
Exercise is crucial for managing peripheral artery disease (PAD). This paper outlines optimal exercise programs and advice for PAD patients, highlighting access disparities and research needs.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Exercise Physiology
- Rehabilitation Science
Background:
- Exercise is a cornerstone in managing lower extremity peripheral artery disease (PAD).
- Structured exercise programs yield optimal results for PAD patients.
- This consensus paper addresses exercise modalities and patient management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To promote and guide the establishment of comprehensive exercise programs for symptomatic chronic PAD.
- To provide best practice advice for patients with PAD.
- To present specific exercise training protocols and patient assessment strategies.
Main Methods:
- Review of current best evidence on exercise therapy for PAD.
- Description of patient assessment and outcome measures.
- Presentation of various exercise training protocols tailored for PAD.
Main Results:
- Guidelines universally endorse exercise for PAD management.
- Structured programs are essential for optimal outcomes.
- Disparities in supervised exercise program access exist across Europe.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive exercise programs are vital for PAD patients.
- Standardized patient assessment and outcome measures are needed.
- Further research is required to address access inequalities and evidence gaps.
Keywords:
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