CARDIAC REHABILITATION

This study tested a special coaching program for older adults (70+) who had a heart event, like a heart attack or heart surgery. The goal was to help them complete cardiac rehabilitation and improve their physical function. 416 participants were randomly assigned to either the co…

This study tested whether adding virtual reality (VR) driving simulations to standard heart rehab helps patients feel better emotionally. 60 adults recovering from heart surgery took part. The goal was to see if VR reduces anxiety and depression compared to usual care alone.

This study tested whether heart failure patients can do cardiac rehabilitation at home using a tablet app instead of going to the hospital. Thirty stable patients were split into two groups: one did rehab at home with remote monitoring, the other at the hospital. The goal was to …

This study looked at whether adding a diaphragm relaxation technique to standard cardiac rehab can improve sleep quality and breathing in people who had coronary artery bypass surgery. Thirty patients under 65 who had minimally invasive bypass surgery took part. Researchers measu…

This study tested whether a digital tool called KardioPAC could help people in cardiac rehabilitation stay physically active and improve their quality of life. 43 adults with heart conditions used the app alongside standard rehab. The goal was to see if the app helps them exercis…

This study looked at whether offering extra help, like personal guidance and text messages, encourages people in cardiac rehabilitation to take part in a Food is Medicine program. 84 adults from San Francisco were randomly assigned to receive navigation support, text messages, bo…