Rehabilitation Program for Postpartum Hypertension
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but you cannot participate if you are taking beta-blockers or have received antihypertensive drug therapy after 6 weeks postpartum.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Postpartum Cardio-obstetric Rehabilitation Program for postpartum hypertension?
Research suggests that lifestyle interventions, such as healthy eating and physical activity, can help reduce blood pressure in the postpartum period. These components are part of the Postpartum Cardio-obstetric Rehabilitation Program, indicating its potential effectiveness for managing postpartum hypertension.12345
Is the Postpartum Cardio-obstetric Rehabilitation Program safe for humans?
The research discusses various interventions for postpartum cardiovascular care, including lifestyle coaching and education, which are generally safe and focus on healthy behaviors like diet and exercise. However, specific safety data for the Postpartum Cardio-obstetric Rehabilitation Program itself is not detailed in the available studies.14678
How is the Postpartum Cardio-obstetric Rehabilitation Program treatment different from other treatments for postpartum hypertension?
What is the purpose of this trial?
Some women who develop high blood pressure during pregnancy, such as gestational hypertension or preeclampsia, may continue to have slightly or moderately high blood pressure after giving birth. This can increase their risk of heart disease later in life. Managing blood pressure and adopting a healthy lifestyle after pregnancy could help lower this risk.Right now, the investigators don't know much about how postpartum rehabilitation programs focused on heart and pregnancy-related health could help women with these conditions. However, a feasibility study suggests that exercise programs might help reduce blood pressure and encourage healthier lifestyles in these women.In this study, the investigators are testing an 8-week exercise program to see how it affects blood pressure, fitness, and blood vessel health. The investigators will compare the results with a group of women who receive usual healthcare, which includes verbal advice on healthy living but no supervised exercise sessions.This type of program, called cardio-obstetric rehabilitation, combines exercises for heart health with specialized care for women's health.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for women who had high blood pressure issues during pregnancy, like gestational hypertension or preeclampsia, and continue to have high blood pressure postpartum. The study aims to help them reduce the risk of heart disease.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo an 8-week rehabilitation program combining aerobic exercise with obstetric rehabilitation, including online education courses about healthy lifestyle.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, with evaluations at baseline, immediately post-intervention, and 6-month post-intervention.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Postpartum Cardio-obstetric Rehabilitation Program
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Centre Integre Universitaire de Sante et Services Sociaux du Nord de l'ile de Montreal
Lead Sponsor