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Validity of the Talk Test as a Method to Estimate Ventilatory Threshold and Guide Exercise Intensity in Cardiac Patients
Conclusion: Although no significant differences were found in and workload for TTeq and TTneg when compared with VT, LoA demonstrated wide ranges, suggesting poor individual correspondence. The different stages of the TT can be used as a practical method to guide exercise intensity in patients with cardiac disease. (Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - September 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Cardiac Rehabilitation Source Type: research

Validity of the Past-day Adults' Sedentary Time Questionnaire in a Cardiac Rehabilitation Population
Purpose: Self-report measures of sedentary behavior are easier to use in a clinical setting; yet, no self-report measures of sedentary behavior appear to be validated in cardiac rehabilitation over time. The aim of this study was to assess the validity of the Past-day Adults' Sedentary Time (PAST) questionnaire in a cardiac rehabilitation population over 12 mo. Methods: Seventy-two cardiac rehabilitation participants were recruited to a prospective cohort study. Participants wore an ActiGraph ActiSleep accelerometer (sedentary time (Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - September 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Cardiac Rehabilitation Source Type: research

Response to Exercise Training During Cardiac Rehabilitation Differs by Sex
Purpose: Directly measured peak aerobic capacity or oxygen uptake () is a powerful predictor of prognosis in individuals with cardiovascular disease. Women enter phase 2 cardiac rehabilitation (CR) with lower and their response to training, compared with men, is equivocal. We analyzed at entry and exit in patients participating in CR and improvements by diagnosis to assess training response. We also identified sex differences that may influence change in . Methods: The cohort included consecutive patients enrolled in CR between January 1996 and December 2015 who performed entry exercise tolerance tests. Data collected...
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - September 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Cardiac Rehabilitation Source Type: research

Cardiac Rehabilitation Is Associated With Improved Physical Function in Frail Older Adults With Cardiovascular Disease
Purpose: Frailty is highly prevalent among older adults with cardiovascular disease (CVD) and is associated with greater than 2-fold risk for morbidity and mortality, independent of age and comorbidities. Many candidates are not referred to cardiac rehabilitation (CR) under the assumption that they are too frail to benefit. We hypothesized that CR is associated with similar benefits for frail adults as for intermediate-frail and nonfrail adults. Methods: Retrospective analysis of CVD patients who completed a phase II CR program. Patients classified as frail by meeting ≥2 frailty criteria and intermediate-frail by me...
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - September 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Cardiac Rehabilitation Source Type: research

Muscular Strength and Cardiovascular Disease: AN UPDATED STATE-OF-THE-ART NARRATIVE REVIEW
This review discusses the associations of muscular strength (MusS) with cardiovascular disease (CVD), CVD-related death, and all-cause mortality, as well as CVD risk factors, such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes, obesity, and hypertension. We then briefly review the role of resistance exercise training in modulating CVD risk factors and incident CVD. (Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - September 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Invited Review Source Type: research

Including Patients With Stroke in Cardiac Rehabilitation: BARRIERS AND FACILITATORS
More than 13 million cases of stroke are occurring annually worldwide. Approximately a quarter of these strokes are recurrent strokes, and there is compelling evidence of the benefit of supervised exercise and risk factor modification programming in the secondary prevention of these strokes. However, there is insufficient time in inpatient and outpatient stroke rehabilitation for focused exercise interventions. General lifestyle interventions on their own, without guidance and supervision, are insufficient for improving physical activity levels. Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a setting where cardiac patients, and increasin...
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - September 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Invited Review Source Type: research

The Million Hearts Initiative: CATALYZING UTILIZATION OF CARDIAC REHABILITATION AND ACCELERATING IMPLEMENTATION OF NEW CARE MODELS
Million Hearts and partners have been committed to raising national cardiac rehabilitation participation rates to a goal of 70%. Quality improvement tools, resources, and surveillance models have been developed in support. Efforts to enhance research programs and collaborative initiatives have created momentum to accelerate implementation of new care models. (Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - September 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Invited Commentary Source Type: research

The Urgent Need to Sit Less and Move More During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic containment and mitigation strategies may lead to excessive physical inactivity and sedentary behavior, drastically impacting cardiorespiratory fitness and overall health. It is urgent to safely find ways to sit less and move more. (Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - September 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Commentary Source Type: research

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Physical Activity in Patients With Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators
Conclusions: This objective quantification of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on PA determined by an ICD device showed an abrupt and statistically significant reduction of PA in primary prevention ICD patients, during the in-home confinement quarantine. To counteract the deleterious effects of physical inactivity during the COVID-19 outbreak, patients should be encouraged to perform indoor exercise-based personalized rehabilitative programs. (Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - September 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research

Validity and Reliability of a Brief Dietary Assessment Questionnaire in a Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
This study was conducted at a single CR program at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Two dietary assessments were administered: Picture Your Plate (PYP) and a reference instrument, the Harvard/Willett Food Frequency Questionnaire (HWFFQ). The PYP is a modification of a previously validated instrument, the Dietary Risk Assessment-New Leaf (DRA-New Leaf). Concurrent validity was assessed by comparing the PYP total score with 3 diet quality indexes (Alternative Health Eating Index [AHEI], Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension [DASH], and Alternative Mediterranean Diet [aMED]) calculated from the HWFFQ and by as...
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - July 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research

Reduced Fine Particulate Matter Air Pollution Exposures Using In-Home Portable Air Cleaners: PILOT RESULTS OF THE CARDIAC REHABILITATION AIR FILTER TRIAL (CRAFT)
Conclusion: An inexpensive in-home PAC can effectively lower personal PM2.5 exposures in cardiac patients. These benefits occurred even in a region with overall good air quality and if maintained over the long-term could translate into major reductions in cardiovascular events. (Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - July 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Brief Reports Source Type: research

Interval Versus Continuous Aerobic Exercise Training in Overweight and Obese Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED STUDY
Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of the supervised pulmonary rehabilitation programs consisting of either an interval or continuous aerobic exercise program, with a home-based exercise program in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who were overweight or obese. Methods: In this randomized controlled study, 72 overweight and obese patients diagnosed as having COPD were randomly assigned to 3 groups. Group 1 received an interval-type (IT) aerobic exercise program, group 2 received a continuous-type (CT) aerobic exercise program (both groups performed home exercises as wel...
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - July 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Pulmonary Rehabilitation Source Type: research

Effects of Hatha Yoga on Cardiac Hemodynamic Parameters and Physical Capacity in Cardiac Rehabilitation Patients
Conclusion: The results revealed better effectiveness in the CR program with a modified hatha yoga training program. Hatha yoga training could be recommended as an adjunct to standard CR. (Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - July 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Cardiac Rehabilitation Source Type: research

Entering Cardiac Rehabilitation With Peripheral Artery Disease: A RETROSPECTIVE COMPARISON TO CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE
Purpose: Supervised exercise is recommended for patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) and patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). Both conditions share common etiology as atherosclerotic diseases. The clinical profile, cardiorespiratory fitness, and exercise prescriptions of PAD, CAD, and patients with concomitant PAD and CAD (BOTH) have yet to be compared upon entry into cardiac rehabilitation (CR). Methods: Cardiopulmonary, demographic, and anthropometric assessments were conducted at entry to CR between January 2006 and December 2017. Results: Among 9701 consecutively enrolled patients, there were 9...
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - July 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Cardiac Rehabilitation Source Type: research

Health Literacy of Patients Attending Cardiac Rehabilitation
Conclusion: There is a wide range of HL profiles in people attending CR. Findings suggest that CR programs should consider a variety of approaches to meet the diverse HL requirements of attendees. (Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation)
Source: Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation - July 1, 2020 Category: Rehabilitation Tags: Cardiac Rehabilitation Source Type: research