Shocking recovery: muscle zaps may help heart patients get back on their feet
NCT ID NCT05338437
First seen Jun 13, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether using a device that electrically stimulates the thigh muscles at home, for 4 weeks after a hospital stay, could help people with heart failure walk farther and feel stronger. Only 8 people took part, so the results are very early. The goal is to find a simple way to improve recovery without needing to go to a gym or clinic.
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University of Vermont Medical Center
Burlington, Vermont, 05405, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple at-home therapy to help heart failure patients regain strength after a hospital stay.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 8 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not provide meaningful benefit over standard care.
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