Breathing strength training for heart transplant patients
Part of Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a special breathing and muscle-strengthening exercise program can help people waiting for a heart transplant. It is designed to improve your respiratory strength and overall conditioning before surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 90 years old.
- You are not pregnant.
- You are being evaluated for a heart transplant or are on the waitlist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
- You have a computer, tablet, or other device with stable internet for telehealth sessions.
- You are willing to do testing and complete an exercise training program.
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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