Plain-English translation of NCT07541014 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.
After a heart attack or acute coronary syndrome, doctors recommend cardiac rehabilitation — a supervised program of exercise, education, and support to help your heart heal and reduce future problems. This study is testing whether a new program called TeleheartCR, which combines home-based sessions with some in-clinic visits, works just as well as traditional all-clinic rehabilitation while being easier for people to stick with.
Although cardiac rehabilitation is proven to save lives and reduce heart problems, less than one in four eligible patients in the U.S. actually complete the program — especially those with lower incomes or from certain racial and ethnic backgrounds. This study aims to find a more flexible way to deliver the same life-saving benefits so more people can benefit.
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You will be randomly assigned to either the new hybrid program or traditional clinic-based rehabilitation. The program includes up to 36 exercise and education sessions over about 12 weeks (with up to 6 months allowed to complete everything). With TeleheartCR, some sessions happen at home and others at the clinic; with traditional CR, all sessions are at the clinic. Either way, you'll work with cardiac nurses and specialists to safely rebuild your fitness and learn how to prevent future heart problems.
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