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Vonk T, Maessen MFH, Hopman MTE, Snoek JA, Aengevaeren VL, Franklin BA, Eijsvogels TMH, Bakker EA. Temporal Trends in Cardiac Rehabilitation Participation and Its Core Components: A Nationwide Cohort Study From the Netherlands. J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev 2024; 44:180-186. [PMID: 38373064 DOI: 10.1097/hcr.0000000000000858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/21/2024]
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PURPOSE Patient- and disease-specific data on cardiac rehabilitation (CR) participation and changes over time are limited. The objective of this study was to describe time trends in CR participation between 2013 and 2019 and provides insights into the utilization of CR components. METHODS Patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD) with an indication for CR were enrolled between 2013 and 2019. Dutch health insurance claims data were used to identify CR participation and its components. RESULTS In total, 106 212 patients with CVD were included of which 37% participated in CR. Participation significantly increased from 28% in 2013 to 41% in 2016 but remained unchanged thereafter. Participation was highest in the youngest age groups (<50 yrs 52%; 50-65 yrs 50%), men (48%), patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (73%), non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (59%), and coronary artery bypass grafting (82%). In contrast, it was the lowest in the oldest age group (≥85 yrs 8%), women (30%), and in patients with heart failure (11%). Most participants in CR received referral plus an admission session (97%) and exercise training (82%), whereas complementary services related to dietary (14%) and mental health counseling (10%) had a low utilization. CONCLUSIONS CR participation rates increased to 41% in 2016 but remained unchanged thereafter. Participation modulators included age, sex, CVD diagnosis, and undergoing a cardiothoracic procedure. Education and exercise sessions were frequently adopted, but dietary and mental health counseling had a low utilization rate. These findings suggest the need for reinvigorated referral and novel enrollment strategies in specific CVD subgroups to further promote CR participation and its associated underutilized adjunctive services.
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- Thijs Vonk
- Author Affiliations: Department of Medical BioSciences, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands (Mr Vonk and Drs Hopman, Aengevaeren, Eijsvogels, and Bakker); Customer Intelligence, Coöperatie VGZ, Arnhem, The Netherlands (Dr Maessen); Isala Heart Center, Zwolle, The Netherlands (Dr Snoek); Department of Preventive Cardiology, Beaumont Health & Wellness Center, Royal Oak, Michigan, USA (Dr Franklin); and PROFITH "PROmoting FITness and Health Through Physical Activity" Research Group, Sport and Health University Research Institute (iMUDS), Department of Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Granada, Granada, Spain (Dr Bakker)
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Vanzella LM, Cotie LM, Flores-Hukom M, Marzolini S, Konidis R, Ghisi GLDM. Patients' Perceptions of Hybrid and Virtual-Only Care Models During the Cardiac Rehabilitation Patient Journey: A Qualitative Study. J Cardiovasc Nurs 2024:i. [PMID: 38206327 DOI: 10.1097/jcn.0000000000001076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND The COVID-19 pandemic initially led to discontinuation of the "traditional" center-based cardiac rehabilitation (CR) model. Virtual models emerged as an opportunity to deliver care, with many programs continuing to offer these models. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to explore patients' perceptions of virtual models of either hybrid (combining center-based and virtual) or virtual-only CR since the pandemic. METHODS Men and women who chose to participate in hybrid or virtual CR models between January 2022 and January 2023 were invited to attend 1 of 8 focus group sessions. Focus groups were conducted online until thematic saturation was reached. Transcripts were analyzed using thematic analysis. RESULTS Twenty-three patients (48% female; 83% attending hybrid CR) participated in the study. Analysis revealed 12 overarching themes associated with the CR patient journey: pre-CR, namely, (1) importance of endorsement from healthcare providers and (2) need for education/communication while waiting for program initiation; during CR, namely, (3) preference for class composition/structure, (4) need to enhance peer support in the virtual environment, (5) convenience and concerns with virtual sessions, (6) necessity of on-site sessions, (7) safety of the exercise prescription, (8) requirement/obligation for allied health offerings, (9) satisfaction with virtual education, and (10) use of technology to facilitate CR participation; and post-CR, namely, (11) acknowledgment of program completion and (12) need for support/education after program graduation. CONCLUSIONS Patients require ongoing support from time of referral to beyond CR program completion. Physical, psychosocial, nutritional, and educational supports are needed. Perceptions expressed by patients related to the program model are modifiable, and strategies to address these perceptions should be explored.
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Lavie CJ. Over a decade as editor-in-chief at Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases. Prog Cardiovasc Dis 2024; 82:157-158. [PMID: 38278281 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcad.2024.01.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2024]
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- Carl J Lavie
- Cardiac Rehabilitation and Preventive Cardiology, Exercise Laboratories, Ochsner Clinical School -The UQ School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA.
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Tsai KZ, Liu PY, Lin YP, Chu CC, Huang WC, Sui X, Lavie CJ, Lin GM. Do the American guideline-based leisure time physical activity levels for civilians benefit the mental health of military personnel? Front Psychiatry 2023; 14:1255516. [PMID: 38034917 PMCID: PMC10682789 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1255516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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Backgrounds This study aimed to clarify the association of American guideline-based leisure time physical activity (PA) level with mental health in 4,080 military personnel in Taiwan. Methods The moderate intensity PA level was assessed according to the total running time per week (wk) reported in a self-administered questionnaire over the previous 6 months and was categorized into PA level <150, 150-299, and ≥300 min/wk. Mental stress was assessed by the Brief Symptom Rating Scale (BSRS)-5 for which ≥15 points were classified as great mental stress. Suicide ideation (SI) was graded as 1 for mild, 2 for moderate, and 3 or 4 for severe. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was employed to determine the association between PA and mental health while adjusting for demographics, smoking, alcohol intake, betel nut chewing, and obesity. Results As compared to participants with a PA level of <150 min/wk., those with PA levels 150-299 min/wk. and ≥ 300 min/wk. had a lower possibility of SI ≥1 [odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs): 0.58 (0.40-0.83) and 0.23 (0.14-0.36), respectively] and SI ≥1 and/or BSRS-5 ≥ 15 [ORs: 0.55 (0.39-0.79) and 0.21 (0.13-0.34), respectively]. The possibilities were more significantly lower for SI ≥2 [ORs: 0.37 (0.20-0.68) and 0.10 (0.04-0.26), respectively] and SI ≥2 and/or BSRS-5 ≥ 15 [ORs: 0.35 (0.20-0.62) and 0.10 (0.04-0.25), respectively]. Conclusion Our findings indicate that participating in moderate-intensity leisure time PA level for ≥150 min/wk. may have a positive effect on mental health among military personnel. The impact appears to be even more significant when engaging in a higher PA level of ≥300 min/wk.
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- Kun-Zhe Tsai
- Department of Medicine, Hualien Armed Forces General Hospital, Hualien, Taiwan
- Department of Stomatology of Periodontology, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Dentistry, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Exercise Science, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, United States
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- Ochsner Clinical School, John Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute, The University of Queensland School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, United States
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- Department of Medicine, Hualien Armed Forces General Hospital, Hualien, Taiwan
- Department of Medicine, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei, Taiwan
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Gaffey AE, Goldstein CM, Hays MM, Lee SY, Gaalema DE. Psychological Risk Factors in Cardiac Rehabilitation: ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, SOCIAL ISOLATION, AND ANGER/HOSTILITY. J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev 2023; 43:E20-E21. [PMID: 37729630 PMCID: PMC10615851 DOI: 10.1097/hcr.0000000000000828] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/22/2023]
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- Allison E. Gaffey
- Yale School of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Medicine)
- VA Connecticut Healthcare System
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- Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Alpert Medical School, Brown University
- Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center, The Miriam Hospital
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Heersink School of Medicine, The University of Alabama at Birmingham
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- Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Alpert Medical School, Brown University
- Center for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine, The Miriam Hospital
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Krittanawong C, Maitra NS, Qadeer YK, Wang Z, Fogg S, Storch EA, Celano CM, Huffman JC, Jha M, Charney DS, Lavie CJ. Association of Depression and Cardiovascular Disease. Am J Med 2023; 136:881-895. [PMID: 37247751 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2023.04.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 04/27/2023] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Cardiovascular disease remains the leading worldwide cause of mortality. There has been increased awareness of the impact of psychological health on cardiovascular disease. In particular, major depression has been linked to increased all-cause mortality, development of cardiovascular disease, and worse outcomes in those with existing cardiovascular disease. METHODS We conducted a meta-analysis assessing the incidence of cardiovascular disease and cardiovascular disease outcomes among those with major depressive disorder. RESULTS Among 26 studies of 1,957,621 individuals, depression was associated with increased risk of incident stroke (hazard ratio [HR] 1.13; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.00-1.28), myocardial infarction (HR 1.28; 95% CI, 1.14-1.45), congestive heart failure (HR 1.04; 95% CI, 1.00-1.09), or any cardiovascular disease (HR 1.16; 95% CI, 1.04-1.30). Depression was associated with increased risk of all-cause mortality (HR 1.43; 95% CI, 1.27-1.60), cardiovascular disease mortality (HR 1.44; 95% CI, 1.27-1.63), and congestive heart failure mortality (HR 3.20; 95% CI, 1.29-7.94). CONCLUSION Depression has a significant negative impact on development of cardiovascular disease and on cardiovascular disease outcomes. Further efforts to understand and mitigate these impacts are prudent.
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- Mayo Clinic Evidence-based Practice Center, Rochester, Minn; Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Center for the Science of Health Care Delivery; Division of Health Care Policy and Research, Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn
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- Library and Learning Resource Center, Texas Heart Institute, Houston
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- Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass; Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Mass; Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
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- Department of Psychiatry and Center for Depression Research and Clinical Care, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas
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- Department of Psychiatry, Depression and Anxiety Center for Discovery and Treatment, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY
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- John Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute, Ochsner Clinical School, The University of Queensland School of Medicine, New Orleans, La
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- Carl J Lavie
- Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute, Ochsner Clinical School - The UQ School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA.
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Gao W, Li H, Chen Y, Zhang Y, Zhang M, Jin J. Effectiveness of a short-term multimodal prehabilitation program in adult patients awaiting selective cardiac surgery: study protocol for an open-label, pilot, randomized controlled trial. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1201737. [PMID: 37456818 PMCID: PMC10347384 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1201737] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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Background Prehabilitation has been demonstrated to positively impact postoperative recovery in patients undergoing selective cardiac surgery. However, the optimal modules included in prehabilitation programs are yet to be fully explored, as existing studies have primarily focused on exercise. This study will explore the effectiveness of a three-arm prehabilitation program among adult patients awaiting selective cardiac surgery. Methods and analysis A single-center, parallel-group randomized controlled trial will be conducted at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine (SAHZU). A total of 152 adult patients scheduled for elective cardiac surgery (coronary artery bypass grafting or valvular surgery) will be recruited from a tertiary teaching hospital. The patients will be randomly assigned to either the control group or the prehabilitation group. Patients assigned to the control group will receive standard care, which includes patient education and counseling as well as personal guidance on exercise, breathing, and coughing. Patients in the intervention group will be provided a multimodal prehabilitation program, including nutrition guidance, a diet journal, mindfulness training, and exercise guidance. The interventions will begin with home-based training and continue after hospital admission and before surgery. The primary outcome will be the perioperative 6-minute walk distance (6 MWD). The secondary outcomes will include preoperative readiness, postoperative recovery, and patient experience with the program. Discussion The purpose of the study is to examine whether a short-term multimodal prehabilitation program will be associated with improved preoperative readiness and postoperative outcomes. The findings of this study will provide evidence to support the development of a perioperative program aimed at enhancing patient recovery. Clinical Trial Registration www.ClinicalTrials.gov; identifier: NCT05503004.
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- Wen Gao
- Nursing Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
- Emergency Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Nursing Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Emergency Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of the Diagnosis and Treatment of Severe Trauma and Burn of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Nursing Department, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of the Diagnosis and Treatment of Severe Trauma and Burn of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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Lee SY, Gathright EC, Wu WC, Salmoirago-Blotcher E. Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Patients with Cardiovascular Disease: A Focused Review for Practicing Clinicians. Curr Cardiol Rep 2023; 25:185-191. [PMID: 36862351 PMCID: PMC11145560 DOI: 10.1007/s11886-023-01846-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 03/03/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW With growing scientific and public interest in the health benefits of mindfulness, clinicians increasingly face questions and solicitations for advice from patients about the efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) for cardiovascular disease (CVD). In this clinician-focused review, we aim to revisit empirical studies on MBIs for CVD with the purpose of informing clinicians' decisions on how to provide recommendations consistent with updated scientific findings to patients interested in MBIs. RECENT FINDINGS We start by defining MBIs and identifying the possible physiological, psychological, behavioral, and cognitive mechanisms underlying the potentially positive effects of MBIs for CVD. Potential mechanisms include the reduction of sympathetic nervous system activity, improved vagal control, and biological markers (physiological); psychological distress and cardiovascular health behaviors (psychological and behavioral); and executive function, memory, and attention (cognitive). Then, we summarize the extant evidence to identify gaps and limitations in MBI research for the purpose of informing future directions for cardiovascular and behavioral medicine researchers. We conclude with practical recommendations for clinicians communicating with patients with CVD who are interested in MBIs.
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- Sharon Y Lee
- Center for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine, The Miriam Hospital, Providence, RI, USA
- Alpert Medical School, Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Center for Behavioral and Preventive Medicine, The Miriam Hospital, Providence, RI, USA
- Alpert Medical School, Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Alpert Medical School, Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
- Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute Wellness and Prevention Center, Providence, RI, USA
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- Alpert Medical School, Brown University, Providence, RI, USA.
- Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute, The Miriam Hospital, One Hoppin Street, Providence, RI, 02903, USA.
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Bush M, Evenson KR, Aylward A, Cyr JM, Kucharska-Newton A. Psychosocial services provided by licensed cardiac rehabilitation programs. FRONTIERS IN REHABILITATION SCIENCES 2023; 4:1093086. [PMID: 37064600 PMCID: PMC10101325 DOI: 10.3389/fresc.2023.1093086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023]
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BackgroundProfessional health organizations recommend that outpatient cardiac rehabilitation programs include activities to optimize the physical, mental, and social well-being of patients. The study objectives were to describe among cardiac rehabilitation programs (1) mental health assessments performed; (2) psychosocial services offered; and (3) leadership's perception of barriers to psychosocial services offerings.MethodsA cross-sectional survey of North Carolina licensed outpatient cardiac rehabilitation programs on their 2018 services was conducted. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize survey responses. Thematic analysis of free text questions related to barriers to programmatic establishment or expansion of psychosocial services was performed by two team members until consensus was reached.ResultsSixty-eight programs (89%) responded to the survey. Forty-eight programs (70%) indicated offering psychosocial services; however, a majority (73%) of programs reported not directly billing for those services. At program enrollment, mental health was assessed in 94% of programs of which 92% repeated the assessment at discharge. Depression was assessed with the 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire by a majority (75%) of programs. Psychosocial services included individual counseling (59%), counseling referrals (49%), and educational classes (29%). Directors reported lack of internal resources (92%) and patient beliefs (45%) as the top barriers to including or expanding psychosocial services at their facilities.ConclusionsCardiac rehabilitation programs routinely assess mental health but lack the resources to establish or expand psychosocial services. Interventions aimed at improving patient education and reducing stigma of mental health are important public health opportunities.
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- Montika Bush
- Department of Emergency Medicine, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
- Correspondence: Montika Bush
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- Department of Epidemiology, Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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- Department of Epidemiology, Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
- Department of Epidemiology College of Public Health, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, United States
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Bashir Z, Misquith C, Shahab A, Has P, Bukhari S. The impact of Virtual Reality on Anxiety and Functional Capacity in Cardiac Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Curr Probl Cardiol 2023; 48:101628. [PMID: 36736604 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpcardiol.2023.101628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND The overall utilization of cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is low despite its proven benefits in secondary prevention. Virtual reality (VR), a novel method of rehabilitation, may increase overall compliance. The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to synthesize evidence and report whether the addition of VR leads to an improvement in anxiety and functional capacity (FC) compared to standard CR. METHODS A comprehensive search strategy was used to search the online databases for the randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on VR-CR. Statistical analysis was performed using Stata SE version 17.0 (College Station, TX) and RevMan5. RESULTS A total of 747 study participants were part of 7 studies included in the meta-analysis. Three studies were part of the narrative synthesis. Anxiety showed significant improvement in VR-CR compared to standard CR (SMD -0.32, 95% CI -0.61, -0.03). There was no significant improvement in FC between VR-CR and the standard CR (SMD 0.077, 95% CI -1.24, 1.32). CONCLUSION VR-CR significantly improved CR-related anxiety compared to standard CR. However, no significant improvement in FC was found in VR-CR compared to the standard CR. Further studies are needed to assess the impact of non-immersive and immersive VR on FC.
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- Zubair Bashir
- Department of Medicine, Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Lifespan Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Research Design, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, RI, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
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- Carl J Lavie
- Medical Director Cardiac Rehabilitation and Preventive Cardiology, Exercise Laboratories, Ochsner Clinical School - The UQ School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, USA
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Shields GE, Wells A, Wright S, Vass CM, Doherty PJ, Capobianco L, Davies LM. Discrete choice experiment to investigate preferences for psychological intervention in cardiac rehabilitation. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e062503. [PMID: 36343991 PMCID: PMC9644324 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-062503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is offered to people who recently experienced a cardiac event, and often comprises of exercise, education and psychological care. This stated preference study aimed to investigate preferences for attributes of a psychological therapy intervention in CR. METHODS A discrete choice experiment (DCE) was conducted and recruited a general population sample and a trial sample. DCE attributes included the modality (group or individual), healthcare professional providing care, information provided prior to therapy, location and the cost to the National Health Service (NHS). Participants were asked to choose between two hypothetical designs of therapy, with a separate opt-out included. A mixed logit model was used to analyse preferences. Cost to the NHS was used to estimate willingness to pay (WTP) for aspects of the intervention design. RESULTS Three hundred and four participants completed the DCE (general public sample (n=262, mean age 47, 48% female) and trial sample (n=42, mean age 66, 45% female)). A preference for receiving psychological therapy was demonstrated by both samples (general population WTP £1081; 95% CI £957 to £1206). The general population appeared to favour individual therapy (WTP £213; 95% CI £160 to £266), delivered by a CR professional (WTP £48; 9% % CI £4 to £93) and with a lower cost (β=-0.002; p<0.001). Participants preferred to avoid options where no information was received prior to starting therapy (WTP -£106; 95% CI -£153 to -£59). Results for the location attribute were variable and challenging to interpret. CONCLUSIONS The study demonstrates a preference for psychological therapy as part of a programme of CR, as participants were more likely to opt-in to therapy. Results indicate that some aspects of the delivery which may be important to participants can be tailored to design a psychological therapy. Preference heterogeneity is an issue which may prevent a 'one-size-fits-all' approach to psychological therapy in CR.
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- Gemma E Shields
- Manchester Centre for Health Economics, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- School of Psychological Sciences, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
- Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK
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- Manchester Centre for Health Economics, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- Manchester Centre for Health Economics, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
- RTI Health Solutions, Manchester, UK
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- Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK
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- Manchester Centre for Health Economics, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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Shahab A, Misquith C, Bashir Z. Impact of virtual reality on cardiac rehabilitation-related anxiety: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis. Open Heart 2022; 9:openhrt-2022-002094. [DOI: 10.1136/openhrt-2022-002094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2022] [Accepted: 10/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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IntroductionCardiac rehabilitation has proven beneficial in cardiovascular patients and is strongly recommended for secondary prevention after a coronary event. However, overall utilisation of cardiac rehabilitation is often low. The addition of novel methods of rehabilitation may increase overall compliance with cardiac rehabilitation. The use of virtual reality (VR) has been adopted in a variety of therapeutic ways such as physical rehabilitation in neurological diseases, rehabilitation for various psychiatric illnesses and postcancer rehabilitation in breast cancer survivors. In our meta-analysis, we wish to assess whether the addition of VR (fully immersive or non-immersive) leads to an improvement in anxiety and functional capacity compared with standard cardiac rehabilitation at any phase of the rehabilitation process.Method and analysisThis systematic review and meta-analysis protocol was structured according to the published Preferred Reporting for Systematic Review and Meta-analysis—Protocol guidelines. We will devise a search strategy to use online databases to search for the randomised controlled trials. Inclusion criteria and exclusion criteria will be defined. The articles will be reviewed by two independent reviewers and any conflict will be adjudicated through discussion. The bias in the selected studies will be assessed using Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomised trials (RoB 2). The outcome of interest will be anxiety and functional capacity. Effect estimates will be reported as standardised mean difference with 95% CI. Fixed effect model will be used if I2<60%, otherwise random effect model will be used to estimate the effect size.Ethics and disseminationThere will be no direct involvement of the patient or the public in the conception, design, data collection and analysis of this systematic review and meta-analysis. Results of this systematic review and meta-analysis will be disseminated via journal articles. In accordance with the guidelines, our systematic review protocol is prospectively registered with the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO) on 07 August 2022.PROSPERO IDCRD 42022342736.
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Sustained Effects of Different Exercise Modalities on Physical and Mental Health in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Can J Cardiol 2022; 38:1235-1243. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cjca.2022.03.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2022] [Revised: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Ades PA, Khadanga S, Savage PD, Gaalema DE. Enhancing participation in cardiac rehabilitation: Focus on underserved populations. Prog Cardiovasc Dis 2022; 70:102-110. [PMID: 35108567 PMCID: PMC9119375 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcad.2022.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2022] [Accepted: 01/23/2022] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
Participation in cardiac rehabilitation (CR) significantly decreases morbidity and mortality and improves quality of life following a wide variety of cardiac diagnoses and interventions. However, participation rates and adherence with CR are still suboptimal and certain populations, such as women, minorities, and those of lower socio-economic status, are particularly unlikely to engage in and complete CR. In this paper we review the current status of CR participation rates and interventions that have been used successfully to improve CR participation. In addition, we review populations known to be less likely to engage in CR, and interventions that have been used to improve participation specifically in these underrepresented populations. Finally, we will explore how CR programs may need to expand or change to serve a greater proportion of CR-eligible populations. The best studied interventions that have successfully increased CR participation include automated referral to CR and utilization of a CR liaison person to coordinate the sometimes awkward transition from inpatient status to outpatient CR participation. Furthermore, it appears likely that maximizing secondary prevention in these at-risk populations will require a combination of increasing attendance at traditional center-based CR programs among underrepresented populations, improving and expanding upon tele- or community-based programs, and alternative strategies for improving secondary prevention in those who do not participate in CR.
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Affiliation(s)
- Philip A Ades
- Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention, Burlington, VT, United States of America.
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention, Burlington, VT, United States of America
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention, Burlington, VT, United States of America
| | - Diann E Gaalema
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention, Burlington, VT, United States of America
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