Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation in Peripheral Artery Disease (NCT07550959) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitation in Peripheral Artery Disease
Turkey (Türkiye)40 participantsStarted 2026-09-16
Plain-language summary
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common atherosclerotic condition characterized by reduced blood flow to the lower extremities, leading to intermittent claudication, decreased walking capacity, and impaired quality of life. Supervised exercise therapy is recommended as the first-line non-invasive treatment for patients with PAD; however, participation in center-based programs is often limited due to accessibility, time constraints, and symptom-related barriers.
This randomized controlled study aims to evaluate the clinical effectiveness of a hybrid cardiac rehabilitation program compared with conventional supervised exercise therapy in individuals diagnosed with peripheral artery disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a hybrid cardiac rehabilitation group or a supervised exercise therapy group.
The hybrid cardiac rehabilitation program will combine center-based supervised exercise sessions with home-based telerehabilitation, supported by remote monitoring and wearable activity tracking devices. The supervised exercise therapy group will receive a fully center-based, physiotherapist-supervised exercise program. Both interventions will be delivered over a 12-week period.
Primary outcomes will include walking performance and functional capacity. Secondary outcomes will assess exercise adherence, symptom severity, physical activity levels, and quality of life. The results of this study are expected to provide evidence on the feasibility and effectiveness of hybrid cardiac rehabilitation as an alternative rehabilitation model for patients with peripheral artery disease.
Who can participate
Age range
50 Years – 70 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Diagnosis of peripheral artery disease with stable intermittent claudication.
* Fontaine stage I-II or Rutherford category 1-3.
* Age between 50 and 70 years.
* Ability to walk independently without assistive devices.
* Medically stable and eligible for exercise-based rehabilitation.
* Willingness to participate in the study and to comply with the exercise program.
* Provision of written informed consent prior to participation.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Critical limb ischemia or rest pain.
* Recent lower extremity revascularization or major surgery within the past 6 months.
* Unstable cardiovascular conditions (e.g., unstable angina, uncontrolled arrhythmias).
* Severe pulmonary, neurological, or musculoskeletal disorders limiting exercise participation.
* Severe cognitive impairment or psychiatric conditions affecting compliance.
* Participation in another structured exercise or rehabilitation program within the past 3 months.
* Any medical condition deemed by the investigator to interfere with safe participation in the study.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.