Heart rehab after valve replacement surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a phase one cardiac rehabilitation program for people who have had their mitral or aortic heart valve replaced. It aims to see if the rehab helps recovery. You might qualify if you had planned (not emergency) valve surgery and are stable enough for light exercise.
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Who can take part
- You had planned surgery to replace your mitral or aortic heart valve.
- Your heart is stable enough for a structured rehab program (e.g., no uncontrolled heart rhythm problems).
- You can understand and complete the study measurements.
- You are willing to sign a consent form.
- You did not have coronary artery disease before surgery.
- You do not have severe muscle or bone problems (like arthritis that limits movement).
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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