Can light exercise with blood flow cuffs help PAD patients walk better?
NCT ID NCT07223437
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a special exercise program using blood flow restriction cuffs can improve walking ability and quality of life in people with peripheral arterial disease (PAD). About 81 adults with stable leg pain from PAD will do low-intensity calf raises while wearing cuffs that limit blood flow. Researchers will measure walking distance, symptoms, and safety over 3 months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Blood Flow Restriction Cuff System
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new, low-intensity exercise option to help people with PAD walk farther and feel better.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, so results may not apply broadly. The exercise involves temporary blood flow restriction, which may cause discomfort or leg pain.
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University of Tennessee Medical Center
RECRUITINGKnoxville, Tennessee, 37920, United States
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