HealthIT Answers January 3, 2024
Cardiac rehabilitation is integral to heart health recovery and management, playing a pivotal role in restoring patients to optimal well-being and minimizing the risk of future cardiovascular complications, particularly after a cardiac event like a heart attack. However, the conventional in-clinic rehabilitation model faces a multitude of challenges, from accessibility to patient preferences and overall operational efficiency.
As a result, cardiac rehabilitation programs have grappled with underutilization, as participation rates fluctuate based on geographical region and healthcare system. On average, fewer than 20% of eligible patients take part in cardiac rehabilitation, and even when referred, just 34% enroll. Taking steps to increase awareness and improve accessibility of cardiac rehabilitation services is crucial.
Nonetheless, the landscape of cardiac rehabilitation has undergone...
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