Cardiac rehabilitation.
Occupational therapy plays a significant role in helping patients with coronary artery disease move to restored health and function and in facilitating their change from states of crisis to adaptation. Treatment begun early and carried out both in group and individual sessions, addresses cardiac function and risk factors in all phases of daily activities with emphasis on managing stress. Activities of daily living groups particularly emphasize energy conservation techniques in both vocational and avocational pursuits. Staff also teach and encourage appropriate lifestyle modifications.
Staff Therapist, St. Vincent Charity Hospital and Health Center, Cleveland, OH.
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