Phase I Cardiac Rehab: The Essentials: Activity and exercise at home - 06/2026

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Phase I Cardiac Rehab: The Essentials: Activity and exercise at home

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Abstract

This handout tells how to safely resume activity and start a walking program after heart surgergy. The right level of exercise will help you recover from your procedure and prepare for Phase II cardiac rehab.

Author

Physical Therapy/Rehab Medicine

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2018

Revision Date

06/2026

Print Abstract

General Subject

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Surgery

Specific Subject/Keyword

Physical Therapy

Postoperative Care

Postoperative Teaching

Languages

English

PE Number

PE1446