A comprehensive CPR program begins and ends with a structured evaluation (weeks 0 and 12–18):
People who have experienced a heart attack, heart failure, stable angina, or underwent procedures like coronary bypass surgery, heart valve replacement, and stent placement. cardio pulmonary rehabilitation program
Despite proven efficacy, CPR is underutilized. Major barriers include: A comprehensive CPR program begins and ends with
Every patient hospitalized for an acute cardiac event or COPD exacerbation should receive a structured referral to a CPR program before discharge, with active follow-up to ensure first appointment attendance. heart valve replacement
has emerged as non-inferior for low-to-moderate risk patients (e.g., REACH-HF trial, HomeBase trial). Telerehab with real-time video monitoring achieves comparable 6MWT gains (mean difference -5 m, p=NS).