Exercise program after ICD implant
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial studies whether adding a structured exercise program after an ICD implant is safe and helpful for people with certain heart rhythm problems. You may qualify if you can comfortably walk daily and can follow the study schedule for several months.
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Who can take part
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have an ICD implanted for preventing sudden cardiac arrest (primary or secondary prevention)
- Be able to read, speak, and write English
- Have a reliable phone that you can use for the next 6 months
- Be able to walk on your own (no walker/cane/wheelchair needed) for at least 5–10 minutes per day
- Not already do exercise more than 5 days per week as part of a non-study plan
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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