Wheelchair exercise program for better heart health
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a physical activity training program designed for wheelchair users to improve heart and metabolic health. You will attend weekly exercise sessions and your fitness levels will be monitored throughout the program.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 or older and use a wheelchair (manual, powered, or a scooter) as your main way of getting around.
- You can come to in-person exercise sessions every week.
- You are able to move at least one arm or hand on your own.
- You have been doing 60 minutes or less of moderate physical activity each week in the past month (like brisk wheeling similar exercise).
- You do not have any heart problems or a recent serious injury, and you are not pregnant.
- You speak English and can understand the study details.
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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