Status:
COMPLETED
Effects of Microcurrent in a Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Home-based Program
Lead Sponsor:
Escola Superior de Tecnologia da Saúde do Porto
Conditions:
Acute Myocardial Infarction
Eligibility:
All Genders
40-75 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of electric stimulation (electrolipolysis) in a home-based cardiovascular rehabilitation program in patients with acute myocardial infarction
Detailed Description
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in most industrialized countries. It is widely accepted that cardiac rehabilitation has a beneficial role in the control of modifiable cardiovascu...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Individuals admitted to the coronary care unit for acute myocardial infarction for more than one year;
- Individuals of both sexes;
- Ages between 40 and 75 years;
- Heart disease stabilized;
- Motivation to perform physical activity for 8 weeks;
- Cognitive level sufficient to understand the particulars of the study.
Exclusion
- Contraindications of micro-current (pacemaker, osteosynthesis material, tumor areas and open wounds or skin changes in the abdominal region);
- Pregnant at the time, in the preceding 6 months or wishing to become pregnant during the intervention period;
- Neurological, musculoskeletal or respiratory disorders;
- Individuals who are to carry out other therapies.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
September 1 2012
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
September 1 2013
Estimated Enrollment :
40 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01887080
Start Date
September 1 2012
End Date
September 1 2013
Last Update
January 30 2014
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Andreia Noites
Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, 4400-303