Meditation may ease stress for heart disease patients
NCT ID NCT07648368
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested whether adding a 16-week meditation program to standard cardiac rehabilitation helps people with coronary artery disease feel less stressed and anxious. Forty participants were split into two groups: one did meditation plus rehab, the other did rehab alone. Researchers measured stress, anxiety, depression, and quality of life before and after the program.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Meditation program (structured group sessions and daily home practice)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help heart patients feel less stressed and anxious.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The meditation program requires daily practice, which some people may find hard to keep up.
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Locations
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Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Centre of the University of Lisbon (CRECUL)
Lisbon, Portugal