Resilience training for patients with heart disease

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of a resilience-based rehabilitation program for patients who have experienced Takotsubo cardiomyopathy or an acute coronary event. It focuses on enhancing psychological resilience to help individuals cope with the stress associated with cardiovascular diseases. The program includes multidisciplinary rehabilitation efforts that address both physical and psychological needs, aiming to improve overall quality of life and psychosocial behavior. Participants will undergo resilience training to better manage stress and emotional triggers related to their condition.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* patients experienced TakoTsubo cardiomyopathy (I42.88, I42.9) or patients after an acute coronary event (I21.9) (max. 6 month post event)
* older than 18 years
* signed consent form

Exclusion Criteria:

* Acute intercurrent illness (longer than 3 days)
* No sufficient knowledge of German to enable participation in the resilience training (assessment by recruiting person)

Where it's running

• Rehabilitationszentrum Bad Tatzmannsdorf
  Bad Tatzmannsdorf, Burgenland, Austria Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Marina Kuzdas-Sallaberger, MSc.
• Email: marina.kuzdas-sallaberger@pv.at
• Phone: 0043 50303 26710

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.