Unresolved issues of increasing physical activity after myocardial infarction

Abstract

The review presents the results of studies on the problems of increasing the efficiency of rational physical activity within the concept of comprehensive secondary prevention of myocardial infarction. The aspects of insufficient adherence of specialists and patients to rehabilitation methods were discussed; possible safe exercise modes after infarction and available monitoring methods were given. We also described the potential characteristics of physical training, taking into account the initial clinical severity and completeness of revascularization after myocardial infarction. In addition, the need for socio-economic, as well as informational support of the state and healthcare system has been updated.

Keywords

• myocardial infarction
• physical activity
• secondary prevention