Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Physical Exercise on Aerobic Capacity in Patients With Cardiovascular Disease

According to the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), non-communicable chronic diseases-primarily cardiovascular diseases-are the leading cause of death and disability worldwide. These conditions result in long-term health consequences and require significant ongoing treatment and care. Among them, ischemic heart diseases-most notably acute myocardial infarction-are highly prevalent. Globally, cardiovascular diseases are closely linked to physical inactivity as a major modifiable risk factor. In this context, exercise and physical activity have become public health priorities, with international guidelines recommending at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week. In Colombia, physical exercise is recognized as a key strategy for the prevention and management of non-communicable chronic diseases, as outlined in the national ten-year public health plan. However, evidence shows that few clinical services at the national or regional level consistently monitor or follow up on the proper prescription of exercise as a therapeutic strategy for cardiovascular disease management. This study aims to describe the effectiveness of structured physical exercise on the aerobic capacity of patients with cardiovascular disease.

NCT Number	NCT07019506
Lead Sponsor	Fundacion Universitaria Maria Cano
Conditions	Cardiovascular Diseases, Exercise, Aerobic Capacity
Enrollment	200 participants
Start Date	2025-01-01
Primary Completion	2025-09-30 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-08-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-07-11