Effects of sauna bathing on exercise capacity and muscle function in HFpEF (SAUNA-HFpEF)

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Authors

Tarek Bekfani · University of Copenhagen

A Abo Hwach · University Hospital Magdeburg

R Moebert · University Hospital Magdeburg

S Seibel · University Hospital Magdeburg

Alina Burger · University Hospital Magdeburg

Thilo Kaehne · Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg

Mohamed M. Bekhite

Abstract

Sauna bathing was safe, feasible, and improved exercise capacity, body composition, muscle function, and QoL in HFpEF. Benefits diminished after withdrawal. A large multicentre controlled randomized trial is currently being planned.

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Cardiovascular and exercise physiology Cardiovascular Function and Risk Factors Nutrition and Health in Aging

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Published in: European Journal of Heart Failure

DOI: 10.1093/ejhf/xuag082

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Effects of sauna bathing on exercise capacity and muscle function in HFpEF (SAUNA-HFpEF)

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