Cardiac rehabilitation (rehab)
Cardiac rehabilitation (rehab) is a supervised program that uses exercise, education, and support to help people who have a heart problem. Cardiac rehab programs are designed based on a person's needs and overall health.
Cardiac rehab can help you feel better, have a better quality of life, and lower your risk of future heart problems.
Current as of: September 7, 2022
Author:
Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - Cardiology, Electrophysiology & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine & E. Gregory Thompson MD - Internal Medicine & Richard D. Zorowitz MD - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation & Caroline S. Rhoads MD - Internal Medicine