Low-resistance exercise with blood flow restriction after heart surgery
Part of Heart & circulation, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests if gentle arm exercises with a special blood pressure cuff can help men recover their lung function after heart surgery. It may be an option for those who are stable and ready to follow simple instructions.
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Who can take part
- You are a man between 45 and 60 years old
- You had open heart surgery through a breastbone cut (median sternotomy) that was planned ahead
- You are off the breathing machine, awake, and able to follow instructions
- Your heart and nervous system are stable
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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