Exercise to reset heart rhythm in persistent atrial fibrillation
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests if a short session of exercise (riding a bike) can help convert persistent atrial fibrillation to a normal rhythm, possibly as an alternative or addition to electrical cardioversion.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have persistent atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat that lasts more than a week).
- You are scheduled for an electrical cardioversion (a procedure to reset your heart rhythm).
- You have been on a blood thinner (anticoagulant) for at least 3 weeks.
- You do not have heart disease, heart failure, or severe valve problems.
- You can exercise on a stationary bike and speak Swedish.
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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