I am 51 and had a heart attack a month ago, and the doctors placed a stent. I feel great since that time. I am working and feel even better than I did before the heart attack. The cardiologist wants me to do cardiac rehabilitation. He says that it is helpful for patients that have had a heart attack. Is that necessary, and how will it help me?
While cardiac rehabilitation is not mandatory after a heart attack, many patients find it very helpful, and it has many benefits from a cardiovascular standpoint. It helps you get into a program which benefits your heart and your vascular system while you are monitered closely. This helps you build up your aerobic capacity, which is beneficial for your heart, and will make you have more endurance when doing any activity. Cardiac rehabilitation can also teach you many good habits that you can continue throughout your lifetime. So, if your doctor recommended cardiac rehabilitation, you should strongly consider trying it.
Expert: Cleveland Clinic
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