Comparing two walking methods during cardiac rehabilitation

Comparison of Two Gait Re-training Modalities During a Cardiac Rehabilitation Stay: Benefit of Orienteering Walking

Observational Fondation Ildys · NCT06941597

This study tests if orienteering walking is better than regular walking for helping people with heart problems during their rehabilitation.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment40 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorFondation Ildys Academic / other
Locations1 site (Brest)
Trial IDNCT06941597 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of orienteering walking compared to traditional active walking methods in patients undergoing cardiac rehabilitation. It focuses on individuals with various cardiovascular diseases, including coronary heart disease and heart failure. The research aims to provide evidence for the inclusion of orienteering in rehabilitation programs, which has been implemented since 2021. By assessing the impact of these walking modalities on patient outcomes, the study seeks to enhance rehabilitation practices.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults over 18 with stabilized heart disease or high cardiovascular risk participating in a cardiac rehabilitation program.

Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under guardianship may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve rehabilitation outcomes for patients with cardiovascular diseases by integrating orienteering walking into their treatment.

How similar studies have performed: There is limited literature on the effectiveness of orienteering in cardiac rehabilitation, making this approach relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with stabilised heart disease, coronary artery disease, heart failure, post-operative stay after cardiac surgery, congenital heart disease, patients at high cardiovascular risk and obliterative arteritis of the lower limbs;
* Who have been informed and do not object to the study;
* Over 18 years of age;
* Participating in a cardiac rehabilitation programme;
* With a walking distance of less than 3,600 metres;
* Able to understand and comply with the requirements of the protocol.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant or breast-feeding women
* Persons under guardianship or trusteeship

Where this trial is running

Brest

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Cardiovascular DiseasesCoronary Heart DiseaseHeart FailureCongenital Heart Diseasecardiovascular diseasescardiac rehabilitationactive walkingorienteering
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.