Effects of Walking Exercise in Patients with Lower Extremity Peripheral Arterial Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Keywords:
“Peripheral Arterial Disease” (PAD), “Walking exercises”, “6 Minute Walk Distance” and “Ankle Brachial Index” (ABI)Abstract
Background: Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a chronic condition that increases the risk of death and causes major clinical complications like reduced walking activity. Patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD)-related intermittent claudication (IC) are encouraged to engage in walking as an exercise therapy.


