CalmAorta: Mindfulness and Rehabilitation After Aortic Surgery

CalmAorta: اليقظة وإعادة التأهيل بعد جراحة الأبهر

Overview

CalmAorta explores the integration of mindfulness into the rehabilitation process for patients recovering from thoracic aortic surgery. This project aims to reduce anxiety, improve mental health, and enhance overall recovery by incorporating mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) techniques alongside physical rehabilitation.

Objectives

Mental Health Focus

To address anxiety and depression post-surgery through mindfulness practices.

Recovery Optimization

To complement physical rehabilitation with mindfulness for improved long-term outcomes.

Empower Patients

To provide patients with tools to manage both the physical and emotional challenges of recovery.

Methodology

MBSR Techniques: Patients are taught mindfulness-based stress reduction exercises to practice daily.

Integrated Rehabilitation: Mindfulness is used alongside traditional cardiac rehabilitation to enhance recovery.

Patient Monitoring: Regular assessments of mental well-being and physical recovery are conducted.

Progress and Findings

Reduced Anxiety: Participants report lower levels of stress and anxiety post-surgery.

Enhanced Physical Recovery: Combining mindfulness with rehabilitation has led to improved physical health outcomes.

Future Directions

Broader Implementation

Expand the mindfulness component to other cardiovascular patient groups.

Long-Term Studies

Assess the impact of mindfulness on long-term health and quality of life in cardiac patients.

Train Programs

Interested in learning more?

If you’re interested in the CalmAorta study, contact us and our research team will follow up with you.

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