The Effect of Structured Patient Education on Physical Activity in Patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease and Intermittent Claudication: A Systematic Review

The evidence from the review is limited and inconclusive regarding the effectiveness of structured education for increasing PA in patients with PAD and IC. More rigorous trials are needed before recommendations can be made. Future interventions should consider the key criteria for a structured patient education programme, and also report patients' experiences and perceptions.