Can a phone app replace cardiac rehab? a new trial puts digital heart care to the test

NCT ID NCT07721584

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Yonsei University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study is testing whether a smartphone app called HeartMate can help people with heart disease manage their condition from home. Over six weeks, participants use the app for daily heart checks, guided exercise, breathing training, and a mind program, with weekly coaching from staff. The goal is to see if this digital approach improves physical function, heart risk factors, and well-being compared to usual care. Because this is an early exploratory trial, the results will help design a larger, more definitive study.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: a 6-week smartphone application program called HeartMate that includes daily heart checks, exercise, breathing training, and remote coaching
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a convenient, home-based way to manage heart disease risk factors and improve physical function without frequent hospital visits.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study, so results are preliminary and may not confirm effectiveness. The program requires a smartphone and daily engagement, which may not suit everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiovascular disorder coronary artery disorder heart failure heart valve disorder peripheral arterial disease systolic heart failure

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CARDIAC REHABILITATION CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES CARDIOVASCULAR RISK FACTOR CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE HEART FAILURE, SYSTOLIC HEART VALVE DISEASES PERIPHERAL ARTERIAL DISEASE

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