Transcript Cardiovascular and Physical Therapy

A Comprehensive Approach to the Cardiovascular
Treatment
Presented by
Cardiovascular & Physical Therapy
The treatment of cardiovascular disease accounts for a
large part of the healthcare costs attributable to type 2
diabetes. These costs have been estimated to account for
10-12% of health care expenditure.
*Assistance of Life Style Changes
*Rehabilitation is crucial to decrease symptoms and
risk factors, along with promote better quality of life
Quality of
Life
Pain Relief
Exercise
Comprehensive
Evaluation
Function &
Mobility
Nutrition
Therapeutic Exercise
Assessment of Strength, ROM & Muscle Balance
Treatment:
Cardiovascular Exercise
- Functional Exercises
- Weight-Bearing Exercise
- Resistive Exercise
Posture Specific Exercise
-Exercise for Direct Postural Re-Alignment & ROM
-To Maximize Oxygen Exchange
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Strength Training
Gym or Home Exercise Program Instruction
Nutrition
Comprehensive Nutrition Assessment by a
Registered Dietician
Treatment:
 Patient education in heart healthy nutrition &
supplements
 Counseling as needed
Function
Assessment of Balance, Function, Mobility, Safety &
Assistive Device Needs
Treatment:
 Endurance, Strength, Gait and ADL Training
 Proper Body Mechanics to Maximize Oxygen
Exchange
 Ordering of Assistive Devices Needed
 Fall Prevention & Safety
Pain Relief
Assessment of Pain and Cause of Pain
Treatment:
 Ultrasound
 Electrical Stimulation
 Soft Tissue Mobilization/Massage
 Joint Mobilization
 Heat/Cold Therapy
Quality of Life
Cardiovascular Program Will Improve Your Patient’s
Quality of Life:
 Improved Functional Mobility
 Improved Oxygen Exchange
 Improved Strength
 Improved Community/Social Participation
Patient Referrals
Patient demographic sheet with referral including any
EKGs and any lab work if taken
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