Nonpharmacologic interventions in the treatment of heart failure

Article Abstract:

Patients in heart failure may benefit from non-drug treatments such as exercise, stress reduction, and fat intake reduction. The left ventricle of hearts damaged through heart attack may show improved functioning after several months of aerobic exercise. Some patients can learn how to control their body's response to stress by learning relaxation techniques. Patients must be motivated to improve their cardiac health and have supportive family members and health care professionals to make the most of non-drug therapy.

Health aspects, Physiological aspects, Exercise therapy, Heart failure, Relaxation, Relaxation (Psychology)

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Healing through integration: promoting wellness in cardiac rehabilitation

Article Abstract:

A case study of a woman participating in a cardiac rehabilitation program revealed the need for strong risk factor reduction measures in all aspects of patients' lives. The case study presented an example of a 65-year woman under severe emotional and physical stress. A model of wellness integrating social, spiritual, psychological and physical risk reduction behaviors proved beneficial in her cardiac recovery and return to a more healthy lifestyle.

Models, Case studies, Heart attack, Cardiac patients, Wellness programs, Rehabilitation nursing

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