NCT07627009 Upper Extremity Exercises With and Without Deep Breathing After Cardiac Surgery
| NCT ID | NCT07627009 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Kocaeli University |
| Condition | Cardiac Surgery |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 90 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-09-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-09-02 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
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This trial targets 90 participants in total. It began in 2025-09-01 with a primary completion date of 2025-09-02.
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Brief Summary
This randomized 2×2 crossover trial aims to evaluate the effects of upper extremity range of motion exercises performed with and without deep breathing on respiratory parameters in patients after open cardiac surgery. The study will include adult patients who underwent elective open cardiac surgery and are receiving postoperative care in the cardiovascular surgery intensive care unit. Each participant will perform both exercise protocols: upper extremity range of motion exercises alone and upper extremity range of motion exercises combined with deep breathing. The order of the two interventions will be randomized. Respiratory and clinical outcomes, including oxygen saturation, tidal volume, respiratory rate, heart rate, pain, perceived exertion, and dyspnea, will be assessed before and after each intervention.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * underwent elective open-heart surgery, * stayed in the cardiovascular ICU for at least 2 nights post-operatively, * had FiO2 below 40% (Spo2 will be kept above 92), * were conscious, * could speak Turkish, * were willing to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: underwent another thoracic surgery or repeat surgery simultaneously, * had any limb loss, * underwent prolonged immobilization and intubation, * developed serious complications such as infection or respiratory failure after surgery, * had problems such as paresthesia, plegia, etc. after stroke, or had diseases such as Parkinson's that affect the level of relaxa
Contact & Investigator
MUSTAFA CANİKOĞLU, Assist. Prof
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Kocaeli University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07627009 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Cardiac Surgery. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07627009 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07627009 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Kocaeli University to inquire about joining.
Where is the NCT07627009 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at İzmit, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07627009 clinical trial?
NCT07627009 is sponsored by Kocaeli University. The principal investigator is MUSTAFA CANİKOĞLU, Assist. Prof at Kocaeli University. The trial plans to enroll 90 participants.