Which exercise works best for women with heart failure? a new trial seeks answers

NCT ID NCT07662876

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares two types of exercise—moderate-intensity aerobic training and high-intensity interval training (HIIT)—in women aged 40-70 with stable heart failure. Over 12 weeks, researchers measure how each program affects functional capacity (e.g., walking distance) and quality of life. The goal is to identify which exercise approach offers greater benefits for this specific group.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: exercise (moderate-intensity aerobic training vs high-intensity interval training)
What this could lead to: If one exercise type proves better, it could guide tailored cardiac rehab programs for women with heart failure, improving their daily function and well-being.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study (64 participants) focused on short-term outcomes. Results may not apply to all heart failure patients, and exercise carries inherent risks for this population.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

heart failure

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HEART FAILURE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Riphah International University

Islamabad, Fedral, 44000, Pakistan

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