COMPREHENSIVE THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMS FOR THE REHABILITATION OF PULMONARY AND CARDIAC FUNCTION AFTER COVID-19
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Post-COVID-19 syndrome; pulmonary rehabilitation; cardiac rehabilitation; respiratory therapy; myocarditis; physiotherapy; chronic fatigue; integrative medicine; exercise tolerance; multidisciplinary care.Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has left a significant impact on global health, particularly affecting the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Even after recovery from the acute phase of infection, many patients continue to experience persistent dysfunctions such as shortness of breath, chronic fatigue, myocarditis, and decreased exercise tolerance. This study explores the mechanisms of post-COVID-19 damage to the lungs and heart and presents evidence-based approaches to their rehabilitation. Comprehensive therapeutic programs integrating pharmacological treatment, physiotherapy, respiratory exercises, cardiac rehabilitation, psychological support, and nutritional management are discussed. The paper emphasizes the role of multidisciplinary care in restoring functional capacity and preventing long-term complications. Early initiation of pulmonary and cardiac rehabilitation programs has been shown to improve oxygen exchange, enhance cardiac output, and accelerate return to normal daily activities. This article concludes that a personalized, integrated treatment plan - combining medical therapy, lifestyle modification, and continuous monitoring - offers the most effective strategy for restoring pulmonary and cardiac health in post-COVID-19 patients.
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