Simple foot rubs and tapes tested to get seniors moving after heart surgery
NCT ID NCT07548684
First seen Apr 30, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study tests whether foot massage or kinesio taping can help older adults (65+) move better and feel less afraid of movement after heart surgery. Sixty participants will receive one of the two treatments daily for a week. Researchers will measure mobility, pain, and fear of movement before and after the intervention.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
foot massage and kinesio taping
What this could lead to
If effective, these simple, non-drug treatments could help older adults recover faster and with less fear after heart surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The interventions are low-risk but may not provide significant benefit.
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