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Home Exercise Therapy in Patients with Stable Congestive Heart Failure (CHF): A Scoping Review
Iwan Shalahuddin1, Udin Rosidin1, Theresia Eriyani2
1Department of Community Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Padjadjaran University, Sumedang, Indonesia.
Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare
|February 19, 2026
Summary
Home exercise therapy is a safe and effective option for stable congestive heart failure patients. Tailored programs improve cardiovascular function, quality of life, and reduce rehospitalization rates.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) significantly impacts patient quality of life.
- Physical activity is vital for cardiovascular function in CHF patients.
- Home exercise therapy offers a practical alternative to facility-based programs for stable CHF patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review on home exercise therapy for stable CHF patients.
- To identify clinical outcomes associated with home exercise interventions in CHF.
- To map the existing scientific evidence on this topic.
Main Methods:
- Scoping review utilizing the PICO approach.
- Searched databases including PubMed, Science Direct, and Google Scholar.
- Adhered to PRISMA standards, selecting articles from the past decade.
Main Results:
- Home exercise, including aerobic and breathing exercises, is safe and effective for stable CHF.
- Interventions improved functional ability and quality of life.
- Reduced rehospitalization rates were observed, influenced by exercise regularity and support.
Conclusions:
- Home exercise therapy is a feasible and practical approach for stable CHF management.
- Personalized exercise programs enhance cardiovascular function.
- Positive impacts on psychological and social well-being are achievable.
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