Evaluating the Addition of Hatha Yoga in Cardiac Rehabilitation

Medsurg Nurs. 2017 Jan;26(1):39-43.

Abstract

Cardiac events often occur suddenly, altering a person's lifestyle and outlook. Researchers studied the addition of a yoga interven- tion to standard cardiac rehabilitation, finding significant improve- ment in perceived stress and quality of life.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Cardiac Rehabilitation / methods*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Meditation / psychology*
  • Middle Aged
  • Quality of Life / psychology*
  • Stress, Psychological / prevention & control*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • United States
  • Yoga / psychology*