Maya Ignaszewski
The study aims to assess the effect of music on the heart resulting in a change in their exercise capacity among systolic heart failure patients undergoing Cardiopulmonary Exercise testing.
Studies have previously shown the positive impact of music on the autonomic nervous system, neurohormonal and cardiovascular system. In addition, a previously published study found a positive impact of music resulting in an improvement of quality of life (QOL) in heart failure patients. Proposed mechanisms of benefit of music in heart failure include a reduction in sympathetic activity, and modulation of parasympathetic activity. Further, reduction in anxiety and arterial relaxation are thought to be beneficial effects of music. It is hypothesized that heart failure patients listening to music…
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults (age \>18 years) * Able to consent * English speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Severe hearing deficiency * Unable to exercise.
Patients randomized to the music group will listen to upbeat music using headphones.
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