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Physical Therapy After Heart Surgery: Helping you regain your mobility - 05/2020

Physical Therapy After Heart Surgery: Helping you regain your mobility
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Abstract

This handout explains why exercise is important after cardiac surgery. Included are important precautions to follow, what to expect during physical therapy sessions in the hospital, and goals for an exercise program at home after surgery.

Author
Heart Institute at UWMC
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2011
Revision Date
05/2020
General Subject
Cardiovascular Disorders
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiovascular Surgery
Exercise
Physical Therapy
Postoperative Care
Postoperative Teaching
Self-care
Surgery
Languages
English
Record ID
3849