Abstract

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder associated with several complications, notably peripheral vascular disease (PVD), which impairs lower limb tissue perfusion and increases the risk of non-healing ulcers and amputations. Non-pharmacological interventions such as Buerger Allen Exercise (BAE) are recognized for their potential to improve circulation and delay vascular complications. The present quasi-experimental study, conducted among 60 diabetic patients in selected hospitals of Uttar Pradesh, aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of BAE on lower limb tissue perfusion. Participants were selected using purposive sampling, with data collected through a structured proforma and clinical assessments including ankle–brachial index, capillary refill time, and skin temperature. The experimental group practiced BAE twice daily for four weeks in addition to routine care, while the control group continued routine care alone. Ethical clearance and informed consent were ensured, and data were analyzed using paired and independent t tests. Results revealed that while baseline perfusion measures were comparable, the experimental group demonstrated significant post-intervention improvements in ankle–brachial index (p < 0.05), capillary refill time (p < 0.01), and skin temperature (p < 0.05) compared to the control group. These findings conclude that Buerger Allen Exercise is an effective, simple, and cost-efficient intervention to enhance lower limb tissue perfusion in diabetic patients, and it can be recommended as part of routine diabetic care to prevent complications and promote better vascular health.