The full scale RCT aims to assess the effectiveness of the HDTC training program in improving functional capacity, cardiac function and secondary outcomes among sedentary chronic heart failure (CHF) individuals, while simultaneously reducing care burden and improving other outcomes for their caregivers.
aged 18 to 75 years
diagnosed with CHF, regardless of the HF phenotype (HFrEF, HFmrEF, and HFpEF)
categorized as NYHA class I, II or III
6MWD >150 meters (mild to moderate HF)
plan to undergo surgery within the next 6 months
have severe comorbidities, such as cancer, liver or kidney failure, or diagnosed psychiatric disorders
plan to be admitted to a nursing home or other care facilities
regularly practice Tai Chi or engaging in other forms of exercise in the past 3 months (at least 3 times per week, at least 20 minutes of regular exercise each time)
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Lead sponsor
The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University
Collaborator