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Cardiac rehabilitation exercise program: outcome assessment.

J S Hertanu, L Davis, M Focseneanu

    Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
    |July 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Cardiac rehabilitation exercise programs significantly improve exercise performance in coronary artery disease patients. These programs also enhance return to work, demonstrating their value in patient management.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Exercise Physiology
    • Rehabilitation Medicine

    Background:

    • Medically supervised exercise programs are increasingly recognized for managing coronary artery disease.
    • Previous studies show benefits like improved exercise tolerance, reduced angina, and earlier return to work.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the outcomes of a three-month cardiac rehabilitation exercise program.
    • To assess changes in exercise performance, post-discharge compliance, and return to work patterns.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective study of 38 coronary artery disease patients and 2 controls.
    • Pre- and post-program assessment of exercise performance (VO2 ml/kg/min) at target heart rate.
    • Follow-up ranging from six months to two years.

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    Main Results:

    • Statistically significant increases in median exercise performance observed in both untreated (2.38 ml O2/kg/min) and beta-blocker treated (3.45 ml O2/kg/min) groups.
    • 57% of participants adhered to a post-discharge exercise routine.
    • 58% of previously unemployed patients resumed work post-program.

    Conclusions:

    • Cardiac rehabilitation exercise programs are a valuable component in managing coronary patients.
    • The programs lead to measurable improvements in exercise capacity and return to work.
    • Further research is needed to establish cost-effectiveness.