Heart failure rehab: who benefits most?
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at what helps people with heart failure get the most out of a cardiac rehab program. It aims to find out which patients improve the most after completing phase II cardiac rehab.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have heart failure with a reduced pumping ability (ejection fraction below 40%).
- You have symptoms like shortness of breath or tiredness (NYHA class II or higher).
- Your heart condition has been stable for at least 6 weeks.
- You're taking the best medications for your heart failure and have been on them for 6 weeks.
- Your doctor has prescribed phase II cardiac rehab (a supervised exercise and education program).
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 20 and 30, meaning you are not underweight or obese.
- You are not currently physically fit (either sedentary or active but not trained).
- You have French national health insurance and are able to consent.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This trial tests a structured exercise-based heart rehab program for people with a specific type of heart failure called HFpEF. The goal is to help you feel better and improve your heart health. If you join, you'll be guided through safe exercises and monitored by a team.
This study looks at how well patients with heart failure and a weakened heart muscle (ejection fraction of 40% or lower) do when taking the recommended heart failure medications. The goal is to see if these treatments improve their heart function and quality of life.
This study tests a faster, more intensive cardiac rehab program for people with heart failure. It aims to improve heart function and recovery after a heart-related hospital stay.
This study tracks patients with heart disease or heart failure who are in cardiac rehabilitation. The goal is to understand how well these programs work in real life and improve care for future patients.
This study tests a special exercise program for people with heart disease or heart failure. The goal is to see if the exercises can help improve how your heart responds to activity and daily life.
This study tests a cardiac rehabilitation program designed for older adults who have been recently hospitalized for heart failure. The goal is to see if this tailored exercise and support program can improve your recovery, strength, and overall well-being.
Hear when a new Cardiac Rehabilitation trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.