In claudication patients , SE is more effective than UE at improving maximal walking and claudication distances , yet there is no difference in general quality of life or patient-reported community-based walking .
BACKGROUND Supervised exercise ( SE ) is widely accepted as an effective therapy for intermittent claudication ( IC ) , but its use is limited by cost .
Unsupervised exercise ( UE ) represents a less costly alternative .
We assessed the comparative effectiveness of SE vs UE in patients with IC .
Randomized controlled trial of supervised exercise to evaluate changes in cardiac function in patients with peripheral atherosclerotic disease
Introduction : Peripheral atherosclerotic disease ( PAD ) is a condition characterized by low functional capacity which is associated with impaired free living , ambulation and low exercise tolerance . The purpose of this r and omized controlled study was to evaluate whether changes in maximal walking time are associated with adaptations in cardiovascular function following supervised exercise
In claudication patients , SE is more effective than UE at improving maximal walking and claudication distances , yet there is no difference in general quality of life or patient-reported community-based walking .
BACKGROUND Supervised exercise ( SE ) is widely accepted as an effective therapy for intermittent claudication ( IC ) , but its use is limited by cost .
Unsupervised exercise ( UE ) represents a less costly alternative .
We assessed the comparative effectiveness of SE vs UE in patients with IC .