Strength training may boost heart transplant candidates' fitness and quality of life
NCT ID NCT06426173
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a 12-week resistance training program can improve physical function, quality of life, and heart-related biomarkers in people with heart failure who are on the waiting list for a heart transplant. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the exercise program or usual care. The goal is to see if strength training can help patients stay stronger and feel better while they wait for a new heart.
What this could mean
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Active substance
resistance training program
What this could lead to
If effective, this exercise program could become a standard way to improve strength and well-being for people waiting for a heart transplant.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with 50 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. Exercise may be challenging for very frail individuals.
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Instituto do Coração - Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo
RECRUITINGSão Paulo, São Paulo, 05403-000, Brazil