Evaluating health education and group therapy in cardiac rehabilitation
Study on the Efficacy of Health Education and Therapeutic Group Factors on Cardiac Rehabilitation and Quality of Life in Coronary Patients
This study tests if adding health education and group therapy to cardiac rehab can help people with coronary heart disease in Extremadura feel better and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Universidad de Extremadura Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Badajoz) |
| Trial ID | NCT06127537 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized study assesses the effectiveness of health education and therapeutic group factors on cardiac rehabilitation and quality of life for patients with coronary heart disease in Extremadura. It aims to improve patient outcomes by incorporating nutritional education, psychological interventions, and lifestyle modifications into the rehabilitation program. The study will analyze various factors, including body composition and emotional well-being, to understand their impact on cardiac function and adherence to treatment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with coronary heart disease who are referred to a Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation Unit.
Not a fit: Patients with disabling psychiatric disorders, those with pacemakers or defibrillators, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and individuals with chronic oncological conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly enhance the quality of life and rehabilitation outcomes for patients recovering from cardiovascular events.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar approaches in cardiac rehabilitation, indicating potential for success in this study.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of coronary heart disease, referred to the "Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation Unit". Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with disabling psychiatric disorders. * Existence of pacemaker or automatic defibrillator. * Presence of pregnancy or breastfeeding. * Presence of medical conditions related to oncological conditions requiring chronic treatment with drugs or other substances. * Any condition that, in the opinion of the investigators, would disqualify the subject from participation in the study.
Where this trial is running
Badajoz
- Servicio Extremeño de Salud — Badajoz, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Francisco J Rodríguez Velasco, PhD — University of Extremadura
- Study coordinator: Francisco J Rodríguez Velasco, PhD
- Email: fcorodriguezv@unex.es
- Phone: +34 924289839
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.