EP.WE.197Feasibility of a remotely supervised exercise programme

Abstract Aim To assess feasibility of a novel remotely-supervised exercise programme at vascular hub during the COVID-19 lockdown. Methods Participants with arterial claudication (ABPI <0.90) who were able to walk 50m enrolled into 3-month by specialist nurse. The initial appointment addressed smoking cessation and best medical therapy. Baseline walking distance, ABPI quality life (QoL) measured using Intermittent Claudication Questionnaire. Following this, up 8 WhatsApp video calls physiotherapist undertaken provide tailored programme. Mapmywalk© App, or pedometer, used monitor distances. instructed record their daily longest email results before each consultation. Results 12 participants enrolled, these 2 unsuitable. Median age was 63 years (20%) female. median 0.7 (IQR 0.5-0.8), baseline absolute distance 75m 50-140) QoL 51/80 15-79). 7 (70%) successfully completed discharged. Their 2000m 200-4000) scores improved 6/80 2-20) (p = 0.02). Remaining 3 required revascularisation for disease progression. Reimbursement tariffs supervised £700 per patient, whereas £2000 - £5000. Conclusion Remotely feasible in 70% participants. Approximately £3000 patient saved from reduction procedures our unit.