Simple nudge could boost heart rehab attendance after heart attack
NCT ID NCT05401240
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a simple idea: telling heart attack survivors that they will have an important fitness test might encourage them to attend cardiac rehab. The trial includes 200 people who had an acute coronary syndrome. The goal is to see if this nudge increases the number of patients who show up and stick with rehab.
What this could mean
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Active substance
information reveal (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple strategy could increase participation in cardiac rehab after a heart attack, helping more people recover and prevent future problems.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage behavioral study. The effect may be small or not work for everyone, and it does not test a new drug or device.
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Locations
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Taichung Veterans General Hospital
Taichung, Taiwan, 407, Taiwan