Movement is key to combating high blood pressure, right? Not so fast. An interventional cardiologist at Geisinger says wall sits, planks and other isometric or static exercises are actually more effective. https://lnkd.in/dCEGgnw6
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Emsculpt is a cutting-edge procedure designed to help individuals achieve their desired physique by targeting specific muscle groups. Here's a closer look at how Emsculpt works: High-Intensity Electromagnetic Energy: Emsculpt utilizes high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) energy to induce supramaximal muscle contractions. These contractions are far more intense than what can be achieved through voluntary muscle contractions during exercise. Muscle Stimulation: During an Emsculpt session, electromagnetic pulses penetrate the skin and stimulate deep muscle tissue, causing thousands of muscle contractions within a single session. These contractions engage muscles at a level that cannot be achieved through traditional strength training alone. Targeted Muscle Groups: Emsculpt can target specific muscle groups, including the abdomen, buttocks, arms, and thighs. By focusing on these areas, individuals can achieve greater muscle definition and tone in their desired areas. Building Muscle Mass: The intense muscle contractions induced by Emsculpt trigger a process called hyperplasia, which stimulates the growth of new muscle fibers and increases muscle density. Over time, this leads to noticeable improvements in muscle tone and definition. Non-Invasive and Painless: Unlike surgical procedures or traditional strength training, Emsculpt is non-invasive and painless. Patients can undergo treatment comfortably without the need for anesthesia or downtime. Customized Treatment Plans: Emsculpt treatments are highly customizable, allowing healthcare providers to tailor the intensity and duration of sessions to each patient's specific needs and goals. Understanding how Emsculpt works is key to maximizing its benefits and achieving optimal results. Consult with a qualified healthcare provider to learn more about how Emsculpt can help you achieve your fitness goals and sculpt the body you desire. 💼💪 #emsculpt #musclebuilding #bodysculpting #fitnessgoals #georgia #smyrna #newsmyrna #atlanta #atlantasmallbusiness #postopcare #mboderecovery
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Body Composition Testing tells you specifically "what you are made of". BMI tells you that your doctor is using archaic, non-specific tools of measurement to tell you that you are overweight, obese, or unhealthy. "You can lead a person to knowledge, but you can't make them think." The truth is valuable. Planning is valuable. Accuracy is valuable. Customized healthcare strategies are valuable. Direct communication is valuable. One on one time is valuable. Provider accessibility is valuable. Experience that leads to predictable outcomes is valuable. #drlou #bodycompositiontesting #accuracy
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Cardiologists suggest walking as the best workout for heart health past 50. But why is it so crucial? Brad Serwer, MD, Chief Medical Officer at VitalSolution-Cardiology explains, "If you have suffered a heart attack and part of your heart has formed scar tissue, exercise will not reverse this damage. However, exercise will help your body adapt and function more efficiently." In this recent article via Parade Media, cardiology experts share their recommendations for your heart as you age. #FitnessOver50 #AmericanHeartMonth #HeartHealth
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Curious as to whether your cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) device is accurate? Rest easy knowing the #Vyaire #VyntusCPX is a #CPET top performer according to this recent journal article by Van Hooren, et al., “Accuracy of respiratory gas variables, substrate, and energy use from 15 CPET systems during simulated and human exercise,” published in the latest edition of the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine in Sports Sciences. But don't just take my word for it, read for yourself! https://lnkd.in/gphgrfCe.
Accuracy of respiratory gas variables, substrate, and energy use from 15 CPET systems during simulated and human exercise
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Want to achieve healthy longevity ?? Not sure what works ?? Darwin was right...Survival of the fittest..."Our study demonstrates that patients who can exercise to an extreme level live longest"...Maximize your VO2max to maximize your chance of survival....122.000 patients were put on the exercise treadmill test...A cardiologist can argue some will die from trying to increase their VO2max by VO2max training...Based on this study you can also argue, some will die from not trying by being relegated to a lower cardiovascular fitness level, which the study shows has a lower survival chance...I think the best option, if you have "die hard" patients, is to thoroughly hook them up to EKG and Echocardiography, while ramping their intensity and look for show stoppers....After all 10% of those with the highest VO2max in the study had Coronary Artery Disease and 5% has had bypass or PCI...I advocate for case by case assessment instead of a safe common denominator for all CVD patients especially given the randomized study earlier this year showing regression in atherosclerosis in CVD patients on HIIT protocol, which only took patients to near VO2max training at 85-95% of their max heart rate... #healthylongevity #cardiovascularhealth #HIIT #exercise #survivalskills #survival #cardiologist #mortality
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Did you know that physiotherapy can play a significant role in improving cardiovascular health? Physiotherapists design personalized exercise programs to help you strengthen your heart and lungs, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Benefits of Physiotherapy for Heart Health: 1. Improved Cardiovascular Function: Exercise programs tailored to your needs enhance cardiac output, reducing blood pressure and improving circulation. 2. Increased Endurance: Physiotherapy helps you build stamina, making daily activities easier and reducing fatigue. 3. Enhanced Lung Function: Exercises targeting respiratory health improve oxygen intake and overall lung function. 4. Weight Management: Physiotherapists guide you in exercises that aid in weight loss and maintenance, reducing the strain on your heart. 5. Reduced Risk Factors: Regular exercise and lifestyle modifications reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, stroke, and high blood pressure. Physiotherapy Exercises for Heart Health: 1. Aerobic Exercises: Brisk walking, jogging, cycling, or swimming to improve cardiovascular fitness. 2. Strength Training: Exercises targeting muscles in your arms, legs, and core to enhance overall strength. 3. High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT): Short bursts of intense exercise followed by brief periods of rest. 4. Breathing Exercises: Techniques to improve lung function and overall respiratory health. Consult a physiotherapist today to create a personalized exercise program tailored to your heart health needs. Take the first step towards a healthier heart! #HeartHealth #Exercise #Physiotherapy #CardiovascularHealth #Wellness #Fitness
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Attention Exercise Physiologists (CEPs in the US)!! Can I have your feedback please! I had a very thought provoking conversation today around hypertension and when it should start to raise a red flag pre exercise. I’m interested to see what everyone’s thoughts are around this and what your protocols are. I’ll start with what I do in clinical practice. Anyone over 165/105 I take action in the way of trying to lower it by getting the person to sit quietly and do some deep breathing for 5 minutes. 90% of the time this works, and I can start as soon as it drops, then keep an eye on it during the session. If it doesn’t drop, I will ask them to walk one or two laps of their house/clinic so that the slight amount of activity isn’t enough to push them near 180 or110 but will help vasodilate enough vessels to lower it slightly. Alternatively, if they go over 180/110 after a small amount of walking I would direct them to their GP or ED due to an abnormal hypertensive response (this happened in a home once and the lady ended up having a significant heart condition diagnosed). In a nutshell my cut off is 165/105 to take action and raise a red flag. You are going to hospital if it’s over 180/110 and isn’t dropping. I understand that some people say that high is their normal , but I follow this up with the GP to clarify with them (If it's okay with the GP, then it's okay with me). Quite a number of times I have raised this with a clients GP and it’s resulted in a change or increase of medication and subsequently a reduction in BP. I work with a very high risk and complex patient group, most clients being around 80 yrs old. Anyone with hypertension (uncontrolled or not) gets their blood pressure taken pre and post exercise at every single session as a rule of thumb (is this common practice?). I would love to open a discussion and get a feel for what everyone else’s thoughts and procedures are around when you might start to become concerned and take a change of action? There seems to be a big discrepancy between what people are implementing in their clinical practice.
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