Breathe away the fear: new study tests simple technique for heart transplant anxiety
NCT ID NCT07381023
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a guided breathing technique called heart rate variability biofeedback (HRVB) can reduce anxiety in 60 adults who are in the ICU waiting for a heart transplant. Participants will use a biofeedback device or app during a single session led by a trained clinician. The goal is to see if this simple, non-drug approach helps patients feel calmer and more in control during a very stressful time.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback (HRVB) - a guided breathing technique using a biofeedback device or app
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help heart transplant candidates manage anxiety while in the ICU.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage study with only 60 participants. The intervention is a single session, so any benefits may be short-lived. Results may not apply to all patients.
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