Physical Capacity at Cardiac Patients-Tests and Innovative Methods of Rehabilitation

Abstract

Cardiovascular diseases are the most common health problems in highly developed countries. After first rehabilitation stage, patients needs help with long-term recovery process. Physiotherapy for cardiac patients is multifaceted, but it is mainly based on physical capacity. Except physical activity also important are psycho condition and diet. Actually, problems in patients after hospitalization are the lack of motivation to continue training (monotonous exercise) and the fear about pain (recurrence). Patients health during training should be monitored. One of the easiest and most available way is 6-minute walk test. Additionally patients need to have periodic, sensitive tests at clinic (exercise test on treadmill). New scientific reports suggest extending classical rehabilitation ex. water activities, interval training, and more strength exercise. Variety of possible activity, which are safe for patients, will make rehabilitation more approachable.