Plain-English translation of NCT06785168 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether machine-based resistance training—exercises done on weight machines—can help older adults with heart failure rebuild muscle mass and improve their strength. Many older people with heart failure lose significant muscle over time, which makes everyday activities harder. The study compares two groups: one receiving the supervised strength training program, and another receiving usual heart failure care alone.
Older patients with heart failure often develop severe muscle loss, which makes walking, standing up from a chair, and other daily activities more difficult and dangerous. Researchers want to know whether a structured strength training program can safely reverse this muscle loss and improve quality of life.
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If you join this study, you'll be randomly assigned to either the strength training group or the usual care group. If assigned to strength training, you'll do supervised exercises on weight machines at the hospital, while continuing your regular heart failure medications and daily activities as usual. Both groups will be measured after 8 weeks to check your grip strength, walking speed, and ability to stand up from a chair.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 16, 2026 · Not medical advice
Vietnam
Sponsor
Kieu Nguyen Dang Phuong
Enrollment target
~146 participants
Started
December 2024
Primary completion
December 2026
Age range
60 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in April 2026.
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Central contact
Nguyen Dang P Kieu, M.D.
University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City
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