Resistance Chair Guideline for Cardiovascular Disease

General Information

Coronary heart disease is the number one cause of death and disability in the United States.  Older adults are at high risk for disability following a cardiac event, such as a heart attack. Cardiac intervention procedures also have a higher rate of complications in individuals of advanced age.  Participating in a regular exercise program at any age tends to decrease coronary risk (1).  In cardiac rehabilitation, the key is strengthening at one’s level of conditioning with a consistent aerobic exercise regimen.   The Resistance Chair Solution provides a convenient, practical method for at-home exercise management for individuals with heart disease. A proper and individually designed exercise plan can decrease the risk of cardiac death and other risk factors, such as hypertension and elevated cholesterol levels. The Resistance Chair is dynamic, convenient, user-friendly, easily manageable, affordable and enjoyable to use, ensuring consistent use and compliance.

Resistance Chair Recommendations

Exertion level should  not exceed a level where normal conversation can occur comfortably. Emphasis should be placed on adequate warm-up and warm-down activities for those at risk, including flexibility for injury prevention. Mild fatigue should be the result of a balanced program at the appropriate level. Other guidelines include frequent rest breaks, alternation of low and moderate level exercises, and avoidance of hot or humid environments during exertion.

References

1. Lavie, CJ, Milani, RV, Littman, AB. Benefits of cardiac rehabilitation and exercise training in secondary coronary prevention in the elderly. Journal of the American College of Cardiology 1993; 22: 678.

General disclaimer: Consult your physician before using exercise equipment or starting an exercise program. Please read the complete disclaimer before using any Resistance Chair equipment or products.

General Precautions: Stop exercise if you experience pain and consult your physician before resuming the Resistance Chair exercise program.