Publications by authors named "Sakiko Matsuo"
Objective: A cardiopulmonary exercise test provides information regarding appropriate exercise intensity, but there have been few reports on its use in patients over 80 years of age.
Design: Retrospective observational study.
Patients: A total of 511 cardiovascular disease patients who performed a cardiopulmonary exercise test from February 2011 to January 2020 were investigated.
Article Synopsis
- The COVID-19 pandemic led to a 3-month suspension of outpatient cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programs, prompting a study to assess its impact on physical activity, body composition, and diet among cardiovascular outpatients.
- A total of 78 outpatients were evaluated for their body composition, balance, locomotive syndrome, and dietary intake both at the restart of CR and three months later.
- Results indicated a significant decline in standing balance and limb muscle mass at restart, although balance improved after three months, suggesting a need for ongoing efforts to maintain CR during future crises.