The Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention at 40 yr and Its Role in Promoting Preventive Cardiology: Part 2
Barry A. Franklin, Peter H. Brubaker, Matthew P. Harber, Carl J. Lavie, Jonathan Myers, Leonard A. Kaminsky
Abstract
Aggressive risk factor modification, including smoking cessation, blood pressure management, and more intensive efforts to control hyperlipidemia, as well as stress management training, are associated with improved cardiovascular outcomes and impressive mortality reductions. This commentary addresses these topics, with specific reference to lifestyle modification and complementary cardioprotective medications.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineHyperlipidemiaLifestyle modificationSmoking cessationRehabilitationBlood pressureIntensive care medicinePhysical therapyCardiologyInternal medicineDiabetes mellitusObesityPathologyEndocrinologyCardiac Health and Mental HealthCardiovascular and exercise physiologyCardiovascular Health and Risk Factors