Physical Exercise for the Elderly with Hypertension - Cardiovascular Benefits

Physical exercise has promoted satisfactory responses in the prevention and control of hypertension in elderly hypertensive patients, making it one of the main non-pharmacological therapeutic approaches. The hypotensive effect of physical exercise on blood pressure has the effect of reducing cardiovascular risk factors, leading to lower mortality rates among the elderly. The aim of this book was to describe, through a systematic review of the literature, the ideal type, intensity and duration for post-exercise hypotension to occur in elderly hypertensive patients.

About the author

Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy from the Catholic University of Pernambuco (UNICAP), PhD student in Sports Sciences with a branch in Physical Activity and Health - University of Coimbra (UC) Master's Degree in Gerontology, Physical Activity and Health from the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro Specialist in Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy from UFPE.

Product details

• Authors: José Carlos G. C. Leitão, Ana Carla Silva Dos Santos
• Publisher: Our Knowledge Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 29.07.2024
• EAN: 9786207888658
• ISBN: 9786207888658
• No. of pages: 52
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > General