Why the study?
Does combined early in-patient cardiac rehabilitation and structured home-based program improve function and quality of life in admitted patients with congestive heart failure?
Does combined early in-patient cardiac rehabilitation and structured home-based program improve function and quality of life in admitted patients with congestive heart failure?
Early in-patient rehabilitation followed by an 8-week home-based exercise program significantly improves functional capacity and quality of life in patients admitted for congestive heart failure.
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Supports combined early inpatient and home-based cardiac rehab in HF; extends RCT evidence for functional gains.
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