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Exercise Recommendations For Cardiac Patients With Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain, Peter Ronai
Exercise Recommendations For Cardiac Patients With Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain, Peter Ronai
Exercise Science Faculty Publications
Musculoskeletal comorbidities (MSKCs) are the most frequent cause of activity limitations in persons with cardiovascular disease (CVD) and affect as many as 70% of this population. It has been observed that over 50% of new outpatient cardiac rehabilitation participants experience some musculoskeletal pain, with back pain reported by up to 38% of cardiac rehabilitation patients. Back pain can limit performance of activities of daily living (ADLs) and reduce exercise tolerance and compliance during outpatient cardiac rehabilitation (CR). This article will describe ways to facilitate CR exercise participation in patients who have comorbid, chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNSLBP) and have …
Atrial Fibrillation And Exercise: Exercise Recommendations, Paul Sorace, Peter Ronai, Robert Berry
Atrial Fibrillation And Exercise: Exercise Recommendations, Paul Sorace, Peter Ronai, Robert Berry
Exercise Science Faculty Publications
Atrial fibrillation (AF), characterized by a rapid pulse rate and an irregular heart rhythm. It is a more common cardiac arrhythmia. AF may lack symptoms, although fatigue and an impaired exercise ability are common symptoms. This column will discuss exercise testing and training recommendations as well as special considerations.