Publications by authors named "Natalie A Stranczek"
Article Synopsis
- Intensive cardiac rehabilitation (ICR) programs, approved by Medicare, aim to enhance cardiovascular health but their impacts on diet quality and quality of life (QOL) were previously unassessed.
- A study comparing Pritikin's ICR with traditional cardiac rehabilitation found that ICR participants had significant improvements in diet quality, weight, and body mass index (BMI) after 24 visits.
- Results indicated that ICR led to greater enhancements in diet, weight, and BMI compared to traditional rehabilitation methods, highlighting its effectiveness in managing cardiovascular disease risk factors.
Am Heart J Plus
January 2022
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to determine if an Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation (ICR) program could help reduce depression and improve confidence in managing heart health among patients with heart conditions.
- Conducted at a single outpatient center, the study included 268 patients, most of whom were men with an average age of 69.
- Results showed significant improvements in depression levels and cardiac self-efficacy across all participants, with the most notable changes seen in those who initially had moderate to severe depressive symptoms.
