Peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD) in individuals following revascularization Peripheral arterial occlusive disease Self- and family management support mHealth program Functional outcomes Self-management behaviors Family-related outcomes
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
None listed
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: For individuals with PAOD: 1. Age >= 18 years 2. Diagnosed with PAOD and completed revascularization (endovascular, surgical, or hybrid) with full wound healing confirmed by a physician 3. Owns an Android smartphone, proficient in its use, able to operate mobile applications, with reliable internet access 4. Has a family member providing regular care and support 5. Able to communicate in Thai 6. Age >= 60 years: intact cognitive function (Mini-Cog score > 3) For family members: 1. Co-resides with the patient and serves as primary caregiver, assisting with diet, medication adherence, and follow-up appointments 2. Able to use mobile applications 3. Able to communicate in Thai 4. Age >= 60 years: intact cognitive function (Mini-Cog score > 3)
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: For individuals with PAOD: 1. Unable to ambulate independently or with assistive devices due to severe lower-limb impairment (e.g., paralysis, severe joint disease, profound neuropathy, wheelchair dependence) 2. Major lower-extremity amputation (below- or above-knee) 3. Exercise contraindications from comorbidities (e.g., unstable angina, recent myocardial infarction, stroke) or disease progression (e.g., new wounds, rest pain, restenosis) For family members: None specified
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Self-management behaviors baseline, Week 8, Week 12 the Self-Management in PAOD Questionnaire ,Functional ability baseline, Week 12 6-Minute Walk Test ,Functional ability baseline, Week 8, Week 12 Walking Impairment Questionnaire,Vascular capacity baseline, Week 12 Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) and Toe Brachial Index (TBI) | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Family function baseline, Week 12 Family APGAR ,Supportive family behaviors baseline, Week 12 Caregivers Behavior in Caring for Patients with PAOD Questionnaire,Patient and family satisfaction Week 12 the Satisfaction with Nursing Program Questionnaire | — |
Countries
Thailand
Contacts
Ramathibodi Hospital