Movement techniques after first open heart surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests special movement and breathing techniques to help people recover faster after their first open heart surgery. It focuses on improving health in the early days after surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- This is your first open heart surgery
- You are between 18 and 75 years old
- You are alert and able to follow simple instructions
- You did not stay on a breathing machine for more than 24 hours
- You did not need intensive care for more than 48 hours
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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