Season 2025, Episode 79: Improving Walking Capacity in Peripheral Artery Disease with Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation | Insights from the Foot-PAD Trial
In this episode of SciBud, we dive into the intriguing world of peripheral artery disease (PAD) and explore an innovative therapy called neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) through the lens of the groundbreaking Foot-PAD trial. Join host Rowan as we unpack the challenges faced by individuals living with PAD, a condition that hinders circulation and can dramatically affect quality of life. We discuss how NMES, a technique that uses mild electrical currents to stimulate muscle contractions, may hold promise for improving walking capacity without requiring active movement. Delve into the trial's rigorous design, the importance of its double-blinded methodology, and the potential benefits and critiques surrounding this research, all while considering the broader implications for healthcare accessibility. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on the intersection of biology and AI and how emerging technologies could transform rehabilitation therapies for those with chronic conditions.