The Effects of Cardiopulmonary Pre-Rehabilitation on Physical Performance, Balance, and Fear of Falling Among the Candidates for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Patients awaiting heart surgery often experience reduced physical activity, leading to decreased muscle mass, strength, and endurance.

Objectives

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of cardiopulmonary pre-rehabilitation (CPPR) on physical performance, balance, and fear of falling (FOF) in candidates for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.

Methods

This randomized clinical trial was conducted in 2022. Ninety-two candidates for CABG surgery were recruited and randomly allocated to two 46-person groups using block randomization with a block size of 4. Participants in the intervention group received a 1-month CPPR program consisting of Otago exercise, incentive spirometry, walking, and modification of lifestyle and cardiovascular risk factors. Ph

SUBMITTER: Abbasi Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12715157 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature