Aerobic exercise after a heart attack: which type works best?
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two types of aerobic exercise (steady vs. interval) to see which one improves heart health more for people who have recently had a heart attack or procedure. If you've completed a stress test and been cleared for exercise, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You had a heart attack or a procedure to open blocked arteries (like a stent or bypass).
- Your heart's pumping strength is normal (over 50%).
- You have already done a treadmill or bike stress test as part of your cardiac rehab screening.
- You don't have any heart rhythm problems, heart failure, or severe valve disease.
- You don't use insulin for diabetes.
- You can ride a stationary bike without lung or joint problems.
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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