Handgrip Training in Patients With Peripheral Artery Disease
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The aim of this study is to analyze the effects of isometric handgrip training (IHT) on blood pressure of hypertensive patients with peripheral arterial disease. Will be recruited 30 patients which will be randomized into 2 groups (15 per group), IHT and control group (CG). IHT group will training isometric contraction for 12 weeks. In CG patients will be encouraged to increase the level of physical activity. In the pre and post-intervention cardiovascular measures will be obtained.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Women in post-menopause phase without hormone replacement therapy * Ankle-brachial index \<0.90 * Not severe obese (≥ 35kg/m2) * Not present amputation in the limbs * Have blood pressure levels lower than 160mmHg for systolic and 105mmHg for diastolic Exclusion Criteria: * patients will only be excluded if they make any medication changes before completing the intervention period or present any health problems that prevent physical activity.