SET for PAD at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital
(Supervised Exercise Therapy for Peripheral Artery Disease)
Call (631) 726-8620 for more information.
Phase I- occurs before your discharged from the hospital.
Phase II- soon after your event, offered at the hospital in an outpatient setting, typically covered by insurance
Phase III-Maintenance exercise program
Helping you walk farther with less pain.
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) can cause leg pain, cramping, and fatigue that make everyday activities difficult. Supervised Exercise Therapy (SET) is a structured, medically supervised program proven to reduce symptoms and improve walking ability.
SET for PAD is typically covered by Medicare and many private insurance plans for people with symptomatic PAD.
What You Can Expect
- Guided walking and other exercise to help reduce claudication symptoms
- Guidance for incorporating rest periods that allow discomfort to ease before continuing
- Gradual progression to increase your walking time and distance
- Strength and flexibility exercises to support better mobility
- Education on managing PAD and protecting your vascular health
- Support from staff trained in exercise for vascular conditions
Who Qualifies
You may be eligible if you have:
- A diagnosis of Peripheral Artery Disease
- Leg pain or cramping with walking (intermittent claudication)
- Difficulty walking due to PAD symptoms
If you’re unsure whether you qualify, call us — we’re happy to help.
PAD Ongoing Exercise Program
A self‑pay option for people who want a safe, supportive place to exercise — whether you’ve completed SET for PAD or simply want guidance from a trained cardiopulmonary team.
This program offers:
- Access to the same equipment used during SET for PAD
- Staff present at all times in case you have symptoms or concerns
- A supportive community that helps you stay motivated
- A routine that encourages long‑term success
This program is ideal for anyone who wants to stay active with the reassurance of trained staff nearby, even if they never participated in the insurance‑covered SET program.
Maintenance Program: A self-pay option for people who want a safe, supportive place to exercise — whether you’ve completed our monitored PAD Rehab Phase II or you simply want guidance from our trained cardiopulmonary team we are here to support you.
Call (631) 726-8620 for more information.