Methods | Cross over RCT |
Participants | Aetiology of CHF both CHD (n=8) and DCM (n=8). NYHA class 2 or 3, LVEF<40%. 16 patients randomised - all women, mean age 62 years |
Interventions | Endurance training of leg muscles 3 times a week for 8 weeks on a modified knee extensor ergometer. 15 minutes at 60 reps per minutes intensity progressively increasing from 65-75% peak work rate. Follow-up at the end of 16 weeks (crossover study) |
Outcomes | VO2 max Distance on 6 minute walk |
Notes | Contacted authors re: QoL data |