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Overview on Post-surgery Cardiac Rehabilitation
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Case Description
Post-surgery cardiac rehabilitation is a medically supervised program designed to aid individuals in recovering from heart surgery. It consists of phases encompassing exercise, education, and support, aimed at improving cardiovascular health, enhancing physical fitness, and reducing the risk of...
Case Summary
- Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, including India, affecting both men and women. Heart attacks often result from plaque rupture in arteries with less than 50% blockage, challenging previous assumptions about stenosis. Plaque rupture, caused by vulnerable plaques with more lipid and thinner fibrous caps, can lead to sudden heart attacks. Angina, a symptom of obstructed blood flow, can present differently, including heaviness, breathing difficulty, and discomfort anywhere from the navel to the nose.
Speaker Profile
Dr. Aashish Contractor
Director, Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai, IndiaDr. Aashish Contractor is the Director of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine at Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital.
He specializes in sports medicine, cardiac rehabilitation, exercise physiology, and preventive healthcare.
His expertise includes rehabilitation programs for athletes, post-cardiac patients, and individuals recovering from major illnesses or surgeries.
He is actively involved in promoting fitness, lifestyle modification, and evidence-based rehabilitation practices.
Through his clinical leadership and academic contributions, he continues to advance rehabilitation and sports medicine in India.
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