Impacts of aquatic walking on arterial stiffness, exercise tolerance, and physical function in patients with peripheral artery disease: a randomized clinical trial.
Study Goal
The researchers sought to examine the effects of aquatic walking exercise on cardiovascular function and cardiorespiratory capacity in individuals with peripheral artery disease (PAD).
Results Summary
The abstract suggests that aquatic walking exercise may improve cardiovascular function and cardiorespiratory capacity, though specific results are not detailed. The study implies potential benefits for mitigating PAD-related health declines.
Population
Individuals with peripheral artery disease (PAD).
Effective Dosage
Not specified
Duration
Not specified
Interactions
None mentioned
| Intervention | Direction | Endpoint | Population | Dosage | Impact | Claim # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
aquatic walking exercise | neutral | cardiovascular function | - | - | effects | #1 |
aquatic walking exercise | neutral | cardiorespiratory capacity [maximal volume of oxygen consumption (V̇o | - | - | effects | #2 |
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is an atherosclerotic disease that is associated with attenuated vascular function, cardiorespiratory capacity, physical function, and muscular strength. It is essential to combat these negative effects on health by incorporating lifestyle interventions to slow disease progression, such as exercise. We sought to examine the effects of aquatic walking exercise on cardiovascular function, cardiorespiratory capacity [maximal volume of oxygen consumption (V̇o