What should patients with coronary heart disease pay attention to when doing physical exercise?

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Coronary heart disease, the full name of which is coronary atherosclerotic heart disease, is a common cardiovascular disease. With the accelerated pace of life and the increase of bad living habits, the number of patients with coronary heart disease has increased year by year. For patients with coronary heart disease, in addition to drug treatment and dietary adjustment, physical exercise is also an indispensable part of the rehabilitation process. However, when doing physical exercise, patients with coronary heart disease must pay attention to scientificity and safety to avoid aggravating the condition or causing accidents due to improper exercise. This article will provide guidance and suggestions on physical exercise for patients with coronary heart disease in terms of exercise type, exercise intensity, exercise frequency, exercise time, etc.

1. Choose the right type of exercise

When patients with coronary heart disease are doing physical exercise, they should first choose the appropriate type of exercise according to their condition and age. Generally speaking, low-intensity, aerobic exercise is the first choice for patients with coronary heart disease. This type of exercise can increase myocardial oxygen supply, improve cardiopulmonary function, and reduce the burden on the heart. The following are some types of exercise suitable for patients with coronary heart disease:

1. Walking: Walking is a simple, low-intensity aerobic exercise. Patients with coronary heart disease can walk on flat ground or in parks to improve cardiopulmonary function and promote blood circulation.

2. Jogging: Jogging has a slightly higher intensity than walking, but it is also suitable for patients with coronary heart disease. During jogging, patients should pay attention to controlling the speed and avoid excessive fatigue.

3. Tai Chi: Tai Chi is a traditional Chinese martial art that features slow movements and deep breathing. Patients with coronary heart disease can regulate their breathing, soothe their mood, and improve their cardiopulmonary function by practicing Tai Chi.

4. Swimming: Swimming is a whole-body aerobic exercise that can reduce joint burden, lower blood pressure and heart rate. When choosing to swim, patients with coronary heart disease should pay attention to the appropriate water temperature to avoid discomfort caused by too low water temperature.

2. Control the intensity and frequency of exercise

When doing physical exercise, patients with coronary heart disease must strictly control the intensity and frequency of exercise to avoid increasing the burden on the heart due to excessive exercise.

1. Exercise intensity: Controlling exercise intensity is crucial for patients with coronary heart disease. Clinical practice shows that patients with coronary heart disease should keep their heart rate within a safe range during exercise. Specifically, patients can control their maximum heart rate during exercise to between 110 and 120 beats per minute according to their age and condition. During exercise, patients can judge whether their heart rate exceeds the standard by wearing a heart rate monitoring device or by their own feelings. If symptoms such as chest tightness and angina pectoris occur, stop exercising immediately and seek medical help.

2. Exercise frequency: The exercise frequency of patients with coronary heart disease should be determined according to their own conditions. Generally speaking, it is more appropriate to exercise 3-4 times a week. Each exercise time is preferably about 30 minutes, which can be gradually increased according to the patient's physical condition and adaptability. In addition, patients with coronary heart disease should avoid continuous high-intensity exercise training to avoid excessive burden on the heart.

3. Choose the right time to exercise

When choosing the time to exercise, patients with coronary heart disease should consider their biological clock and the characteristics of their condition. Generally speaking, 6-10 a.m. is the peak period for the onset of coronary heart disease, so patients with coronary heart disease should try to avoid physical exercise during this period. Afternoon and evening are more suitable times for patients with coronary heart disease to exercise, when the temperature is moderate and the air is fresh, which is conducive to outdoor exercise for patients. In addition, patients with coronary heart disease should do warm-up activities before exercise to reduce the risk of sports injuries; after exercise, they should do appropriate relaxation activities to promote physical recovery.

4. Precautions during exercise

Patients with coronary heart disease should also pay attention to the following matters when doing physical exercise:

1. Avoid exercising in adverse environments: Patients with coronary heart disease should avoid exercising in extreme weather or in environments with severe air pollution. These environments may increase the burden on the heart and cause adverse consequences.

2. Wear appropriate sports equipment: Patients with coronary heart disease should wear comfortable and breathable sports equipment for physical exercise. Avoid wearing too tight or too loose clothing to avoid affecting the exercise effect and comfort.

3. Keep a good mood: Patients with coronary heart disease should keep a good mood and stable emotions during exercise. Avoid excessive tension, anxiety and other negative emotions that have a negative impact on the heart.

4. Follow doctor's advice: Before starting physical exercise, patients with coronary heart disease should consult a doctor and follow the doctor's advice. The doctor will develop a personalized exercise plan for the patient based on the patient's specific condition and physical condition.

V. Summary and Suggestions

Physical exercise is of great significance for the rehabilitation of patients with coronary heart disease. Through scientific and reasonable physical exercise, patients with coronary heart disease can improve cardiopulmonary function, lower blood pressure and heart rate, and improve the quality of life. However, when doing physical exercise, patients with coronary heart disease must pay attention to scientificity and safety to avoid aggravating the condition or causing accidents due to improper exercise. This article provides guidance and suggestions on physical exercise for patients with coronary heart disease, hoping to help patients better perform physical exercise and promote physical rehabilitation.

In actual practice, patients with coronary heart disease can choose the appropriate type and method of exercise according to their actual situation. During exercise, patients should pay attention to controlling the intensity and frequency of exercise to avoid excessive fatigue and excessive burden on the heart. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to the choice of exercise time and the compliance with precautions. If you encounter discomfort or abnormal conditions, you should stop exercising immediately and seek medical help. Through scientific and reasonable physical exercise, patients with coronary heart disease can get rid of the pain and regain confidence in a healthy life.

Lu Xing, Department of Surgery, Henan Chest Hospital

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