Background Patients have extended bed rest due to illness, which can lead to muscle loss, bone loss and cardiovascular decompensation and resulting in insufficient adaptation during change in posture. To counteract this problem, this study evaluates the effect of daily exercise using a vibration plate to engage the cardiovascular system of patients who have undergone cardiac surgery and are facing prolonged bed rest and inactivity. Methodology 19 patients were divided into 2 groups. One group received standard physiotherapy, post-operative, and the other group received standard physiotherapy and an additional intervention using a vibration plate. Cardiovascular parameters of both groups were measured post-operative without intervention and 7 days post- operative with intervention. Results There were no significant cardiovascular differences were found between the two groups. However, there was a tendency for a higher heart rate during position change in the intervention group and a tendency for a higher stroke volume during position change in the control group. Conclusion The results show no significant changes in cardiovascular parameters in response to change in position. However, due to the small number of patients examined, further scientific investigation would be useful.
Effects of Resistive Vibration Exercise on Physiological Responses
Holzhausen, A. (Author). 2021
Student thesis: Diploma thesis