EFFECT OF HIGH INTENISTY INTERVAL TRAINING VERSUS NEUROMUSCULAR ELECTRIC STIMULATION ON QUALITY OF LIFE AND BLOOD PRESSUR IN POST-CABG

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1 Department of Physical Therapy for Cardiovascular/Respiratory Disorder and Geriatrics, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Egypt

2 Department of Internal Medicine, Cairo University Hospital, Egypt

10.21608/iptccu.2024.457146

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Background: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a significant global health concern. Post-CABG, patients often experience diminished quality of life and elevated blood pressure, necessitating effective rehabilitation strategies. Objective: This research aimed to evaluate the effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) on quality of life and blood pressure following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). Methods: Ninety post-CABG patients were randomly assigned to one of three groups: (A) the HIIT group, which received high-intensity interval training plus standard physical therapy; (B) the NMES group, which received neuromuscular electrical stimulation plus standard physical therapy; and (C) the control group, which received only conventional physical therapy. Pre- and post-intervention assessments included quality of life measured via the SF-36 questionnaire and blood pressure readings. Results: After six weeks of intervention, significant changes in SF-36 scores were observed across the three groups (P<0.05)%. Additionally, notable improvements in blood pressure, including both systolic and diastolic measures, were seen in all groups (P<0.05)%. Conclusion: Clinically, incorporating HIIT or NMES with conventional therapy may provide the most substantial benefits for post-CABG patients

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