Effects of walking in nature on stress responses in people with coronary artery disease
Weather Sensitivity Profile and the Effects of Walking in Nature on Psychophysiological Stress Response in Individuals With Coronary Artery Disease
This study tests if walking in nature can help reduce stress for people with coronary artery disease compared to walking indoors.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Lithuanian University of Health Sciences Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Palanga) |
| Trial ID | NCT06139705 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates how walking in different environments, specifically natural versus indoor settings, affects the stress responses of individuals with coronary artery disease (CAD). The study focuses on individuals who are sensitive to weather changes and aims to understand how these environmental factors influence their psychophysiological reactions during cardiac rehabilitation. Participants will engage in walking activities in both outdoor and indoor environments, and their stress responses will be monitored and analyzed. The findings could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies tailored to the needs of weather-sensitive patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with coronary artery disease and are participating in a cardiac rehabilitation program.
Not a fit: Patients who have undergone coronary artery bypass graft surgery or have unstable cardiovascular conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance cardiac rehabilitation programs by incorporating nature-based interventions to better manage stress in patients with coronary artery disease.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of this study may be novel, previous research has indicated that nature exposure can positively influence stress responses, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. from 18 years and older, 2. diagnosis of CAD, 3. participation in the cardiac rehabilitation program, 4. able to hear, speak and read in Lithuanian, and 5. signed informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: 1. coronary artery bypass graft surgery, other cardiac surgery graft, 2. cognitive or communicative disabilities or other severe comorbidities, 3. unstable cardiovascular status, 4. did not speak Lithuanian fluently, 5. did not consent in participating
Where this trial is running
Palanga
- Laboratory of Behavioral Medicine, Neuroscience Institute, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences — Palanga, Lithuania (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nijole Kazukauskiene, Dr. — Lithuanians Uiversity of Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Nijole Kazukauskiene, Dr.
- Email: nijole.kazukauskiene@lsmu.lt
- Phone: +370 698 35802
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.