About this trial
Cardiac rehabilitation is a crucial component of postoperative recovery for patients who have received valve replacement surgery. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of phase one cardiac rehabilitation in improving cardiovascular function, pulmonary capacity, functional ability, and quality of life.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
The inclusion criteria was elective mitral or aortic valve replacement
and to be hemodynamically stable to qualify for a structured rehabilitation program.
Being able to understand and complete measurements.
And provide informed written consent.
Disqualifiers
Patient with ischemic heart disease before surgery.
Those with severe musculoskeletal system disorders.
Patients who had persistent or paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.
Individuals with severe heart failure.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Routine clinic care