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What is the definition or description of: cardiac rehabilitation?
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Generally: A supervised exercise program that is highly regimented following cardiac surgery or stent placement with stays updates sent to your physician.
Answered 1/21/2013
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Lifestyle change: After a major cardiac event your physician may refer you to cardiac rehabilitation. This is a course of physical therapy and education to reverse cardiovascular disease and deconditioning in a safe, monitored, and progressive pattern of arm, leg, and heart exercises. Typical equipment include treadmill, bicycle and arm bicycle. You learn a new lifestyle in the group environment.
Answered 3/14/2019
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