Interval vs steady exercise for heart rehab
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two types of supervised exercise programs for people with stable coronary artery disease. It aims to see if short bursts of intense exercise are better than moderate continuous exercise for improving heart health.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with stable coronary artery disease (confirmed by tests like angiography, stress test, or echocardiogram).
- Your heart's pumping function (ejection fraction) is at least 45%.
- You have mild or no symptoms of heart failure (NYHA class I or II).
- You are not currently doing structured exercise programs, but you are lightly active.
- Your doctor has cleared you to exercise and your blood pressure is not too high.
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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