Light therapy plus exercise for better walking with PAD
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding light therapy to a walking program helps people with peripheral artery disease (PAD) walk further and feel better. You'll receive either light therapy or a placebo light while doing a supervised exercise program.
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Who can take part
- You are 50 years or older.
- You have peripheral artery disease (PAD), confirmed by tests like ankle-brachial index or imaging.
- You are able to walk without a walker or wheelchair.
- You have not had major surgery or a heart attack in the last 3 months.
- You do not have a current foot ulcer or severe leg pain at rest.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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