Why the study?
What are the gender differences in factors influencing participation in cardiac rehabilitation programs among coronary patients?
What are the gender differences in factors influencing participation in cardiac rehabilitation programs among coronary patients?
Physician recommendation is the primary driver for cardiac rehab participation in both sexes, but women face unique barriers like concomitant illness and respond more to family encouragement, highlighting the need for tailored counseling.
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Supports sex-specific counseling on family influences and illness barriers for cardiac rehab; leaves open effects on enrollment.
Lieberman et al. (1998) studied this question.
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