Electrical stimulation for nerve recovery after heart surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests if gentle electrical stimulation can help the nerve that controls your diaphragm recover faster after heart surgery. It may help you breathe easier and heal better.
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Who can take part
- You had heart surgery like bypass or valve repair.
- You are between 25 and 45 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 25 and 30.
- You are awake and able to follow simple instructions.
- You do not have broken ribs, lung cancer, dementia, or need a breathing tube after 24 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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