Exercise after a heart attack
Part of Heart & circulation, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if a specific type of exercise training (eccentric exercise, which involves lengthening muscles while under tension) is safe and helpful for people recovering from a heart attack. You may qualify if you're stable enough to start a supervised rehab program.
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Who can take part
- You have had a heart attack in the past, confirmed by your doctor.
- You are ready to start a supervised, inpatient cardiac rehab program.
- You are in a stable condition and can safely do exercise-based rehab.
- You have mild or no symptoms of heart failure (NYHA class I or II).
- You can exercise at a moderate level (at least 5 metabolic equivalents on a stress test).
- You are able to understand the study and give your written consent.
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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