Video game exercises to improve recovery after heart surgery
Effect of Video Game-Based Exercises on Respiratory Muscle Strength and Physical Fitness After Open Heart Surgery
NA · Sanko University · NCT06203184
This study tests if adding video game exercises to regular rehab helps people recover better after heart surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 28 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sanko University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Gaziantep, Şehitkamil) |
| Trial ID | NCT06203184 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of video game-based exercises combined with a standard cardiac rehabilitation program for patients recovering from open heart surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to either a traditional rehabilitation program or a program that includes video game exercises over a 12-week period. The aim is to assess improvements in pulmonary function and overall physical fitness during recovery. Evaluations will occur before surgery and at the end of the rehabilitation period to measure outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals under 65 years old who have undergone open heart surgery and are hemodynamically stable.
Not a fit: Patients with previous cerebrovascular accidents, uncontrolled chronic conditions, or severe sensory impairments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance recovery and improve physical fitness and respiratory function in patients after heart surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of video games in rehabilitation is an emerging field, similar studies have shown promising results in enhancing physical therapy outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Those who are younger than 65 years old * Having undergone open heart surgery * Hemodynamically stable * At ambulatory level * Agreeing to participate in the study * Scoring 25 or more from the Mini-Mental Test Exclusion Criteria: * • Those diagnosed with previous cerebrovascular accident * Those with orthopedic problems that prevent walking * Those with uncontrolled diabetes * Those with uncontrolled hypertension * Those with severe vision problems * Having other diseases (pulmonary, neurological, metabolic, etc.) that limit participation in exercise training. * Having verbal and/or auditory cooperation problems
Where this trial is running
Gaziantep, Şehitkamil
- Sanko University — Gaziantep, Şehitkamil, Turkey (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: burcu bağcı — Sanko University
- Study coordinator: burcu bağcı
- Email: ozsert_burcu@hotmail.com
- Phone: 5368369804
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.
Conditions: Open Heart Surgery, Physical Fitness, Sleep Quality, sleep quality, pyhscal fitness, Open Heart Surger, respiratory muscle strenght