Fear of movement after heart surgery
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This study looks at why some people fear moving after heart surgery and tests a program to help them overcome that fear. It aims to improve recovery and quality of life.
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Who can take part
- You must have had heart surgery recently.
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You must be able to speak and understand Mandarin or Taiwanese.
- You must be willing to join the study and sign a consent form.
- You must not have memory or thinking problems that make it hard to communicate.
- You must not have a long-term condition that keeps you in bed or dependent on others for daily tasks.
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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