AHA Scientific Sessions 2026 Abstract
Perceived walking gains did not always match leg symptom changes
Across five trials, perceived walking-distance scores rose 10.01 points with exercise versus 3.10 with control over six months.Across five trials, perceived walking-distance scores rose 10.01 points with exercise versus 3.10 with control over six months.
Meta-analysis · 626 peopleInterventions
Who was studied626 people with lower-extremity peripheral artery disease, six months
What changedPerceived walking ability improved more with exercise than control on some measures, even with unchanged or worsening leg symptoms
The catchQuestionnaire scores reflect perceived walking difficulty, not measured walking performance
