Evaluation of non-invasive treatment modality, using low-intensity extracorporeal shockwaves for treatment of subjects diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure, with ischemic etiology.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
9
Non-invasive, low-intensity extracoporeal shockwaves at energy density of 0.99 mJ/mm2. 9 treatment sessions, 20 minutes each, over a period of 9 weeks (3 sessions on weeks 1, 5 and 9).
Tel Aviv Medical Center
Tel Aviv, Israel
The change in the number of myocardial segments that improve their contractility(at rest and at stress)at 6 months post baseline evaluations, evaluated by echocardiography.
An echo examination shall be used to evaluate myocardial contractility post treatments.
Time frame: 6 months
6 Minutes Walk Test (6MWT)
Evaluation of 6MWT time from baseline to 6 months post baseline.
Time frame: 6 months
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.