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Cardiac rehabilitation. An overview.

T A Hoskins, R A Habasevich

    Physical Therapy
    |October 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Physical therapists play a crucial role in cardiac rehabilitation for patients with coronary heart disease. This review covers the benefits, phases, and exercise protocols, highlighting the physical therapist

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Sports Medicine
    • Physical Therapy

    Background:

    • Coronary heart disease (CHD) necessitates comprehensive patient management strategies.
    • Cardiac rehabilitation is a vital component of recovery and secondary prevention for CHD patients.
    • Physical therapists are integral to the multidisciplinary team in cardiac rehabilitation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To educate physical therapists on the theory and practice of cardiac rehabilitation.
    • To outline the responsibilities of physical therapists in managing patients with coronary heart disease.
    • To review the benefits and phases of cardiac rehabilitation programs.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of exercise physiology literature relevant to cardiac rehabilitation.
    • Description of physiological, psychological, physical, and prognostic benefits.
    • Discussion of cardiac rehabilitation phases: acute care, outpatient, and conditioning.

    Main Results:

    • Cardiac rehabilitation offers significant advantages for patients with coronary heart disease.
    • Structured exercise testing and progressive activity protocols are essential.
    • Data from Tufts New England Medical Center demonstrate the efficacy of cardiovascular training.

    Conclusions:

    • Physical therapists are key providers in all phases of cardiac rehabilitation.
    • Understanding exercise physiology and rehabilitation protocols is critical for physical therapists.
    • Evidence supports the measurable benefits of cardiovascular training in CHD recovery.

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