Product Description
Written by four internationally recognized experts, this practical guide is packed with innovative ideas for prescribing safe, effective exercise programs that patients will enjoy! Because the activities are more fun than traditional programs, patients are more likely to make a long-term commitment to exercisea step that can- reduce risk factors, - increase functional capacity,- improve psychosocial well-being,- help alleviate depression,- increase longevity,- relieve symptoms, - promote greater self-efficacy, and- improve overall quality of life.Training Techniques in Cardiac Rehabilitation provides in-depth information to help practitioners make informed decisions about the broad scope of nontraditional programs currently available for an increasing variety of cardiac patients. Drawing on extensive research and vast personal experience in program implementation and benefits, the authors provide a variety of rehabilitation alternatives and a clear explanation of how, when, where, and why to use each.Chapter 1 presents an overview of current knowledge about exercise prescription for cardiac patients, including- absolute contraindications for exercise, - questionable cases, - basic principles of assessment and prescription, - the effects of specific drugs on a patient's capacity for exercise,- how to increase adherence, and - results to expect.The following three chapters focus on less traditional exercise programs. Chapter 2 explores various resistive training methods, including calisthenics, elastic bands and free weights, and machine-based exercises. Sound guidelines show practitioners how to develop programs to meet each patient's specific needs. |
