Background: Muscle atrophy and prolonged inactivity are associated with an increased
sensation of fatigue and reduced functional capacity in the postoperative period in patients …

OBJECTIVES The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of moderate-
intensity stationary cycling and walking exercise programmes in the early postoperative …

The objective effects of early mobilization on physical function in patients after cardiac
surgery remain unknown. The purpose of the present study was to clarify the effects of early …

Although coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery improves the life expectancy of
patients with coronary artery disease, it is associated with various short and long-term …

Background Early mobilisation is prescribed after cardiac surgery to prevent postoperative
complications, decrease length of hospital stay, and augment return to daily activities …

BACKGROUND: This study aimed to determine whether a structured, inpatient (or Phase 1
cardiac rehabilitation), physiotherapy-supervised walking program, with or without …

Introduction: Early mobilization of patients in the postoperative period of cardiac surgery who
are hospitalized in the intensive care unit (ICU) is a practice that has a positive impact …

BACKGROUND: Postoperative exercise therapy aims at recovering, as soon as possible,
independence in the basic physical activities; but the type, intensity, and therefore the costs …

Background: Physical activity is beneficial in several clinical situations and recommended
for patients with ischemic heart disease, as well as for those undergoing cardiac surgery …

Purpose: Patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery typically
experience loss of cardiopulmonary capacity in the post-operative period. The purpose of …