New hybrid walking program aims to help leg pain sufferers walk farther

NCT ID NCT03649204

First seen May 10, 2026 ยท Last updated May 10, 2026

Summary

This study tested a new hybrid rehabilitation program for people with peripheral arterial disease (PAD), a condition that causes leg pain and makes walking difficult. The program combines a few on-site supervised sessions with a home-based walking plan to make it easier for patients to participate. Researchers measured improvements in walking distance, quality of life, and heart health after 3 months in 26 participants.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Ottawa Heart Institute

    Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4W7, Canada

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