Simple breathing and relaxation techniques may ease recovery after heart surgery
NCT ID NCT07542691
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether combining breathing exercises with progressive muscle relaxation can reduce shortness of breath, anxiety, and delirium in patients recovering from heart surgery. 116 adults will be randomly assigned to either receive these techniques plus standard care, or standard care alone, for 30 minutes daily over three days. The goal is to see if this simple approach improves recovery and reduces complications.
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Active substance
respiratory physiotherapy and progressive muscle relaxation exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help people recover more comfortably after heart surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 116 participants. The results may not apply to all heart surgery patients, and the benefits might be modest.
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