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Heart to Hustle, Optimizing Rehab after a Cardiac Event with Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Eric Cecil

Becca Schumer/Eric Cecil (Clinical Exercise Physiologist) Season 4 Episode 7

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Today we’re talking about how PTs can better support patients after a cardiac event or cardiac surgery. We’re joined by an exercise physiologist, Eric Cecil, to discuss key physiological considerations, red flags, and how to safely progress exercise for this population. 

No matter your setting, if you work with patients who have a cardiac history, this episode will give you practical insights to guide them forward.

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