Supervised Exercise-based Rehabilitation for People With Intermittent Claudication in Denmark

Launched by SLAGELSE HOSPITAL · Mar 1, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of a supervised exercise program combined with smoking cessation support for adults with intermittent claudication, a condition that causes leg pain when walking due to poor blood flow. The goal is to help participants improve their walking ability and overall health through structured exercise, which involves walking on a treadmill three times a week for 12 weeks. The program will also assist smokers in quitting, as this can improve their condition.

To join the trial, participants should be adults aged 65 to 74 who experience leg pain when walking that goes away when resting. They must have a certain level of blood flow in their legs, measured by specific tests. However, individuals with certain medical conditions that prevent them from safely participating will not be included. Throughout the program, the researchers will monitor progress and gather feedback to ensure the intervention is effective. Participants will have the opportunity to improve their health while contributing to important research on this condition.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion criteria:
• • Relevant symptoms of intermittent claudication; leg pain when walking due to arteriosclerosis and relieve of symptoms during rest.
• • Distal blood pressure with an ankle-brachial index (ABI) \> 50 mmHg for non-diabetics or toe brachial index (TBI) \> 40 mmHg for diabetics.
• Exclusion criteria:
• • • Evaluated by a vascular surgeon: patients with contraindications e.g. medical issues or comorbidity that enables a participation in SET are not referred.