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Area of Science:

  • Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) management
  • Non-pharmacological pain relief strategies
  • Patient-reported outcomes

Background:

  • Claudication pain in PAD limits physical activity and quality of life.
  • Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) offers potential non-pharmacological pain relief for PAD.
  • Limited understanding exists regarding patient experiences with TENS in daily life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the lived experiences of individuals with PAD and claudication using TENS at home.
  • To understand how TENS impacts daily activities and self-management of symptoms.
  • To identify factors influencing the effectiveness and acceptance of TENS therapy.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study involving six participants with PAD and claudication.
  • Participants received TENS device training for home use during daily walking.
  • Data collected via focus group and individual interviews after four weeks, analyzed thematically.

Main Results:

  • Four emergent themes: Pain, Expectations, Usability, and Physical and social functioning.
  • Varied outcomes reported: some experienced pain reduction and improved walking, others faced unmet expectations.
  • Perceived benefits were influenced by prior knowledge, device usability, and personal preferences.

Conclusions:

  • TENS shows potential for self-managing claudication pain and enhancing physical activity in select PAD patients.
  • Managing patient expectations and addressing TENS device usability are crucial for optimizing therapeutic outcomes.
  • Healthcare providers play a vital role in patient education, tailored advice, and assessing TENS suitability within individualized care plans.