Can loosening arm rules after heart device surgery improve recovery?
NCT ID NCT04915261
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares lenient versus strict arm restrictions for 6,300 patients who receive a heart device like a pacemaker. The goal is to see if fewer restrictions reduce complications such as lead dislodgement, frozen shoulder, blood clots, and hematomas, while also improving patient comfort. Patients will be randomly assigned to one of two instruction sets, which will change every 8 months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
arm restriction instructions (lenient vs strict)
What this could lead to
If lenient restrictions work as well or better, patients could have less pain, anxiety, and faster recovery after heart device surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study, not a drug trial, so the impact is limited to post-surgery care. Results may not apply to all hospitals or patient groups.
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University of Ottawa Heart Institute
RECRUITINGOttawa, Ontario, K1Y 4W7, Canada
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