Status:
COMPLETED
Polestriding Versus Walking for Subjects With Poor Leg Circulation
Lead Sponsor:
University of Illinois at Chicago
Collaborating Sponsors:
National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR)
Conditions:
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Eligibility:
All Genders
21+ years
Phase:
PHASE2
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of polestriding (walking with poles) and traditional walking on physical endurance in subjects with poor circulation in their legs. Another goal is ...
Detailed Description
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD/PVD) is caused by decreased blood flow to the legs. The most common symptom is intermittent claudication pain during walking that is relieved by rest. Walking is the p...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Cramping/Claudication Pain in legs while walking
- Ankle Brachial Index (measure of circulation by doppler) .90 or less
Exclusion
- Ulcers or sores on feet or legs
- Unable to walk or confined to a wheelchair
- Amputations or severe arthritis pain in shoulders, knees, or hips
- Medical conditions which would exclude subject from participating in an exercise program
- Vascular Surgery within the last six months, or planning vascular surgery
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
June 1 2005
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
May 1 2011
Estimated Enrollment :
146 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00719355
Start Date
June 1 2005
End Date
May 1 2011
Last Update
February 12 2013
Active Locations (1)
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Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital
Hines, Illinois, United States, 60141