Evaluating the comparative efficacy of leg cycle ergometry exercise versus conventional physiotherapy on scar healing, muscle strength, functional capacity, and quality of life in coronary artery bypass graft subjects with saphenous vein graft in phase 1: a protocol for randomised controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a common surgical treatment for coronary artery disease. The saphenous vein's advantageous anatomical features make it a popular choice for graft vessels. However, saphenous vein harvesting often results in lower limb complications such as edema, poor scar healing, pain, and reduced functional mobility. These issues can delay recovery and diminish quality of life. Early rehabilitation using leg cycle ergometry may improve outcomes, but comparative evidence with conventional physiotherapy in Phase I post-CABG care is limited.

Aim

To determine the relative benefits of leg cycle ergometry training for CABG patients with saphenous vein graft in phase 1 in terms of scar healing, muscle strength, functional ability, and quality

SUBMITTER: Vinerkar D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12649097 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature