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Healthy Habits for People with Heart Disease
Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States. It is important for people with heart disease to adopt healthy habits to help manage their condition and reduce their risk of complications.
Some of the most important healthy habits for people with heart disease include:
Eating a healthy diet. This means eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. It also means limiting saturated fat, trans fat, and sodium.
Getting regular exercise. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week.
Maintaining a healthy weight. If you are overweight or obese, losing even a small amount of weight can help improve your heart health.
Quitting smoking. Smoking is a major risk factor for heart disease. If you smoke, quitting is the best thing you can do for your heart.
Managing stress. Stress can contribute to heart disease. Find healthy ways to manage stress, such as exercise, yoga, or meditation.
If you have heart disease, you may also want to consider seeing a physical therapist. Physical therapists can help you develop a safe and effective exercise program that meets your individual needs. They can also teach you how to manage pain and improve your range of motion.
Here are some additional tips for people with heart disease:
Get regular checkups with your doctor.
Take your medications as prescribed.
Be aware of your symptoms and report any changes to your doctor.
Make lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of heart disease, such as eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and quitting smoking.
By following these healthy habits, you can help manage your heart disease and reduce your risk of complications.
Here are some of the services offered by our physical therapy clinic:
Exercise prescription and monitoring
Pain management
Range of motion improvement
Strength and endurance training
Balance and coordination training
Fall prevention
Stroke rehabilitation
Cardiac rehabilitation
If you have heart disease and are interested in physical therapy, please contact our clinic to schedule an appointment. We would be happy to help you get started on a safe and effective exercise program.
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