Supervised Exercise Therapy (SET) for PAD

Did you know exercise is a powerful treatment for symptomatic PAD (narrowing or blockage of arteries in the legs or arms)?

It’s called Supervised Exercise Therapy (SET) and it can improve walking ability and reduce leg symptoms.

How is SET different from going to the gym?

🏋️ Regular workout: You choose the exercises, intensity, and progression.

👨‍⚕️ SET: Trained professionals assess your condition, prescribe an individualized walking program, monitor symptoms, and guide progression.

🚶 SET typically involves walking until moderate-to-severe leg discomfort, resting, then repeating with gradual progression over time.

The exercises may look similar, but assessment, supervision, personalization, and structured progression make the difference.

Better walking. Better living. 💙

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