Video games that get you moving for heart failure inactivity
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether playing “exergames” (motion-based video games) can help people with heart failure who are mostly inactive spend less time sitting. It checks whether the games are safe and practical and whether they can improve activity over time.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with heart failure and your symptoms are ongoing (NYHA class II to IV).
- Your heart condition is stable right now (not in an unstable flare).
- You are physically inactive at baseline.
- You are 18 or older and can speak or understand the study language.
- You will use a smartphone for the study (or the team can loan you one).
- You can do the 6-minute walk test and follow study safety steps.
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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