Exercise program shows promise for elderly heart failure patients
NCT ID NCT05393362
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a 12-week cardiac rehabilitation program in 65 elderly patients (70+) with heart failure. The program included strength and aerobic exercises twice a week. Researchers measured changes in movement, heart function, and fitness. The goal was to see if exercise can improve daily function and heart health in this frail population.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Cardiac rehabilitation program (exercise training)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that a structured exercise program improves mobility, heart function, and quality of life in elderly heart failure patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study (65 participants) with no blinding, so results may not apply broadly. Exercise programs also require patient commitment and may not be suitable for all.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Antonio Cuesta Vargas
Málaga, Spain
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