Heat therapy and exercise for COVID-19 recovery
Part of Infections, Injuries & trauma, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether heat therapy (using warm temperatures) combined with a leg exercise program can help improve fatigue and physical function in people who have had COVID-19 and still feel symptoms like tiredness or reduced mobility.
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Who can take part
- You are between 50 and 90 years old.
- You had COVID-19 and still have symptoms like fatigue or reduced physical function for at least 2 months.
- You can walk and exercise your legs without orthopedic problems.
- Your BMI is less than 40 and your weight is under 400 pounds.
- You are not currently in an exercise or breathing rehab program.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant in the next 6 months, and you do not have claustrophobia.
Quick eligibility check
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