Dynamic factor analysis of seasonal variation in daily physical activity in individuals with heart failure and implanted cardiac devices

In individuals with heart failure (HF), daily physical activity (PA) is associated with many important clinical endpoints including actual and predicted mortality risk,1 –4 aerobic capacity,1 health-related quality of life,5–7 sympathetic nervous system activity,8,9 hospitalization10–13 and ability to participate in activities of daily living.5–7 Additionally, amount of sedentary time is a better predictor of HF-related prognosis and mortality than is exerci se testing.4 Improving daily PA is therefore an important clinical outcome.
Source: Heart and Lung - Category: Intensive Care Authors: Source Type: research