THE IMPACT OF A COMPREHENSIVE CARDIAC REHABILITATION EXERCISE PROGRAM ON CHILDREN WITH REDUCED CARDIAC FUNCTION
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Children with reduced cardiac function due to congenital heart disease (CHD), cardiomyopathy, or post-operative conditions suffer from significant exercise intolerance, muscular deconditioning, and impaired quality of life. Historically, physical activity was restricted in this population due to concerns about hemodynamic instability and adverse cardiac events. However, this inactivity perpetuates a vicious cycle of physical deconditioning, leading to further functional decline. Modern evidence increasingly supports that structured, medically supervised exercise training is not only safe but also highly beneficial. Investigating the impact of a comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation program is of paramount importance to shift the clinical paradigm from excessive restriction to proactive, evidence-based intervention. Establishing effective exercise protocols can improve cardiorespiratory fitness, enhance psychological well-being, and empower children with heart disease to lead fuller, more active lives, making it a critical area of focus in pediatric cardiolog.
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