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Feasibility Study of Home Cardiac Rehabilitation Program for Postoperative Children With Congenital Heart Disease
Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University
Summary
This single-arm feasibility study will pilot a home-based cardiac rehabilitation program for preschool children (aged 3 to 7 years) who have undergone corrective surgery for congenital heart disease. Following the development of the program through expert consensus, this phase will implement the preliminary version of the program in a selected sample of caregiver-child pairs over a 12-week period. The study will assess feasibility by evaluating caregiver adherence to the intervention, acceptability of the program components, and completeness of rehabilitation task records. Descriptive data on safety, participation rate, and delivery logistics will also be collected. Findings will inform refinement of the program prior to future effectiveness testing.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
3 Years - 9 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
5
Start Date
2025-08-01
Completion Date
2026-02-20
Last Updated
2025-07-08
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Comprehensive Home-based Cardiac Rehabilitation Program for Postoperative Congenital Heart Disease Patients and Their Caregivers
Intervention Description: For children, provide age-appropriate rehab manuals with pictures and texts to encourage participation. Include gentle physical activities, breathing and stretching exercises. For caregivers, offer detailed manuals and checklists. Organize training. Manage drugs with personalized guidance. Provide health education for both via manuals and video consultations. Focus on mental and physical health with support and activities. Regular phone follow-ups ensure nursing continuity. Multidisciplinary team offers professional support through video consultations and referrals.