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Official title Exercise Training in Women With Heart Disease 2
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06494163
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will compare the effects of two different types of training on exercise capacity in women with coronary heart disease (CHD). Participants will be randomized into either the virtual high-intensity interval training (HIIT) or the virtual moderate-to-vigorous intensity continuous training (MICT).
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- Women (i.e., female sex assigned at birth) with CHD (e.g., coronary artery bypass grafting surgery [CABG], percutaneous coronary intervention [PCI]...
- Patient is able to perform a symptom limited CPET (this is the primary outcome and needed to determine peak HR for the exercise training...
- Patient is able to read and understand English or French.
You likely can't join if
- Patient is currently participating in routine exercise training (\>2x/week, routine exercise training is defined as a planned, structured, and...
- Patient has: NYHA class III-IV heart failure symptoms; unstable angina; or established diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, severe...
- Patient has uncontrolled arrhythmia (this may impact the HR-based exercise training prescription and monitoring);
- Patient is unable to provide written informed consent; or
- Patient is unwilling or unable to return for follow-up visits at 12 and 26 weeks.
- Patient is unwilling to be assigned by chance to HIIT or MICT.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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