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Topic: Cardiac Rehabilitation
Stroke remains the leading cause of disability in the U.S. and physical therapy is often prescribed to improve physical impairments after stroke. ![]() Mixed forms of aerobic activity and walking had the most benefit for stroke survivors. (American Heart Association) «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
American Heart Association says Tai Chi holds promise as Cardiac Rehab ExerciseJournal of the American Heart Association Report
After a heart attack, more than 60 percent of patients decline participation in cardiac rehabilitation. ![]() The slow and gentle movements of Tai Chi – which can increase in pace – hold promise as an alternative exercise option for patients who decline traditional cardiac rehabilitation. (American Heart Association) «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
American Heart Association says New Demo Will Help Remove Barriers to Cardiac Rehab
![]() The treatment gap for CR and Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation (ICR) is enormous. In 2013, only 20 percent of Medicare beneficiaries initiated cardiac rehabilitation. Rates were even lower for women and minorities. (American Heart Association) «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
American Heart Association says Stress management may enhance Cardiac Rehab, Improve RecoveryAmerican Heart Association Rapid Access Journal Report
“Cardiac rehabilitation programs do not routinely offer stress management, but this may change should demand increase. And because patients may be reluctant to ask for the programs themselves, the onus is on the physicians to recognize that stress management is important for the optimal medical management of patients,” said James A. Blumenthal, Ph.D., professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. ![]() Adding stress management into cardiac rehabilitation programs should be encouraged, researchers say. (American Heart Association) «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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