Testing an Online Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Including Mindfulness for Adults with Coronary Heart Disease to Improve Stress and Health

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate the effects of an online cardiac rehabilitation program that includes mindfulness techniques for people with coronary heart disease CHD. Many people with CHD experience high stress levels, which can increase the risk of further heart problems. Traditional cardiac rehabilitation often lacks sufficient stress management and mental health support, so this study explores a new online approach to better support patients psychological wellbeing and lifestyle changes. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups in a single-blinded trial lasting 12 weeks. Those in the intervention group will have a face-to-face meeting to set goals and learn to use a cardiac rehabilitation website and activity monitors. They will be encouraged to use the website weekly to learn about healthy lifestyle habits such as brisk walking, healthy eating, mindfulness audio sessions, and smoking cessation. Nurses will provide biweekly phone support for the first six weeks. The control group will receive usual care without these additional supports. Participants will complete questionnaires and wear activity monitors to assess stress, anxiety, depression, physical activity, sleep, and quality of life at the start, mid-point 6 weeks, and end 12 weeks of the study. Interviews lasting about 30 to 40 minutes will also be conducted. The researchers will measure perceived stress levels as the primary outcome and evaluate other health and psychological factors. The study is led by experts in cardiovascular health and rehabilitation, ensuring thorough support and reporting throughout the trial.

Effect of eHealth Cardiac Rehabilitation Incorporating Mindfulness for Patients With Coronary Heart Disease