A quasi-experimental study on couple-based exercise program improving cardiac rehabilitation exercise compliance in post-PCI patients.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) helps treat coronary artery disease but only provides short-term relief and doesn't stop disease progression. Exercise rehabilitation can improve outcomes for patients after PCI and lower the risk of death and new heart problems, but many patients struggle to stick with their exercise routines. Spouses play a crucial role in supporting patients and helping them stay committed to their rehabilitation. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a couple-based exercise program in improving exercise adherence among post-PCI patients.

Methods

This study used a quasi-experimental design, 70 dyads were recruited for a 12-week investigation. Participants were divided into an intervention group to receive the Couple-Based exer

SUBMITTER: Zhang M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11562107 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature